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Moreland, Sharon – Computers in Libraries, 2009
In this article, the author, a technology consultant for the Northeast Kansas Library System (NEKLS), shares the story of how the Kansas Library on the Web (KLOW) program was created. KLOW's story begins with the initial startup fund finding and the enthusiasm of the six pilot libraries. The middle of the story has to do with building a flexible,…
Descriptors: Internet, Libraries, Library Networks, Web Sites
Wendell, Laura – Peace Corps, 2009
This book is for community leaders, librarians, library committees, volunteers, aid workers and others who are interested in the practical aspect of starting and maintaining a successful library. Throughout the developing world, countless dedicated people respond to the pressing need for information in their communities by helping to start a…
Descriptors: Libraries, Library Administration, Library Materials, Library Services
Rettig, Jim – Change: The Magazine of Higher Learning, 2009
Like the other industries the United States once dominated, higher education is facing increasing global competition. Any strengthening of K-12 education will strengthen higher education in turn. In this article, the author opines that higher education advocates should also urge Congress to include school libraries and librarians in NCLB when they…
Descriptors: Federal Legislation, School Libraries, Academic Libraries, Librarians
Sullivan, Maureen – California State Library, 2006
In 2005 many California Public Library staff members attended focus groups on the status of California Library Services Act (CLSA) cooperative system services, which were held throughout the state in late November and early December and focused on four general questions: (1) What works well now in cooperative library services? (2) What does not…
Descriptors: Library Personnel, Public Libraries, Library Networks, Focus Groups
Loveday, Anthony J.; And Others – 1981
This set of papers presented to the General Research Libraries Division, University Libraries Section, of the International Federation of Library Associations during its 47th annual conference (1981) includes: "SCONUL (Standing Conference of National and University Libraries) and British University Library Standards: Some Observations on the…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Financial Support, Library Acquisition, Library Cooperation
Wisconsin State Dept. of Public Instruction, Madison. – 1982
Based on a study of roles, organizational relationships, services and funding of the Dane County Library Service, the Madison Public Library, and the South Central Library System, this report establishes recommendations for the three library agencies as developed by a joint planning committee. The background, composition, methodology, and…
Descriptors: County Libraries, Financial Support, Library Facilities, Library Networks
Stenstrom, Ralph H. – 1968
Objectives of this survey were (1) to trace the emergence and development of public libraries in Illinois, (2) to reveal problems in system development and suggest solutions, and (3) to serve as a basis for future studies. Information for the study came from publications of the library systems, conference proceedings, visits to seven systems, and…
Descriptors: Financial Support, Library Cooperation, Library Networks, Library Planning
Maryland State Dept. of Education, Baltimore. Div. of Library Development and Services. – 1974
The master plan for development of library services in the state of Maryland provides analyses of library collections, staff, and facilities in public libraries, public schools, and academic institutions. It identifies major strengths and weaknesses and recommends a framework of systematic progress for the years 1976-1980, setting a priority on…
Descriptors: College Libraries, Financial Support, Library Collections, Library Cooperation
Texas State Library, Austin. Dept. of Library Development. – 1988
Information presented in this report is taken from the 1986 Annual Report/System Membership Applications submitted by public libraries in Texas. The report is divided into five sections which contain: (1) general information, including listings of the Texas State Library governing or advisory committees; the Texas State Library Administrative…
Descriptors: Depository Libraries, Financial Support, Library Collections, Library Expenditures
Little (Arthur D.), Inc., Cambridge, MA. – 1969
This report presents the findings and recommendations of a study conducted to determine ways of improving library service in Kentucky. The study involved the examination of Kentucky's school, public, academic and special libraries and the Department of Libraries, followed by the development of a statewide plan of library service which includes a…
Descriptors: College Libraries, Financial Support, Library Networks, Library Planning
Griffiths, Jose-Marie; King, Donald W. – 1991
A comprehensive study of the current state of library services and library cooperative activities in Massachusetts found that the state's 2,796 public, academic, school, institutional and special libraries make a significant contribution to lifelong learning, to the economy, and to the quality of life. The libraries have a combined collection of…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Change Strategies, Elementary Secondary Education, Financial Support
Flaherty, Kevin – 1975
Background information is provided to give an overall picture of the status of Ohio's libraries. The demographic, economic, and governmental characteristics of Ohio are discussed, and the financial and organizational structure of the state's libraries are examined in detail. Interlibrary cooperation and the role of state and federal governments…
Descriptors: College Libraries, Financial Support, Government Role, Libraries
Clark, Collin, Ed. – 1976
Statistical and directory information for California are provided in one volume. The 1974-75 statistics cover library systems, public libraries in five population ranges, bookmobiles, academic libraries, special libraries, state agency and institution libraries, and county law libraries. Public library statistics for 1973-74 also are included. The…
Descriptors: Bookmobiles, College Libraries, Directories, Financial Support
Pennsylvania State Library, Harrisburg. – 1974
The Pennsylvania Master Plan Committee, composed of librarians from all types of libraries and also of other interested citizens, reports here on goals, present status, and recommendations for the future of Pennsylvania libraries. After statements of need for a master plan and an outline of its development, goals for effective, widely available…
Descriptors: College Libraries, Financial Support, Information Services, Institutional Libraries
Texas State Library, Austin. Dept. of Library Development. – 1987
Information presented in this report is taken from the 1986 Annual Report/System Membership Applications submitted by public libraries in Texas. The report is divided into five sections which contain: (1) general information, including listings of the Texas State Library governing or advisory committees; the Texas State Library Administrative…
Descriptors: Depository Libraries, Financial Support, Library Collections, Library Expenditures