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Thomas, Pauline – 1976
This study is aimed at clarifying the objectives of the Technion Libraries' Systems, both within the Technion and as a national information resource, by defining the structure, organization, and methods to achieve these objectives. It considers Technion's future plans and current library practices as based on reports on the system, Technion…
Descriptors: Library Administration, Library Planning, Library Role, Library Standards

Buckland, Michael K. – Canadian Library Journal, 1982
Orr's schema for measuring the quality and value of libraries is described and discussed with respect to three paradoxes--the evaluation of catalogs, optimal library size, and Lenin's view of public libraries in the U.S. Seven references are cited. (CHC)
Descriptors: Evaluation Criteria, Library Administration, Library Catalogs, Library Collections
Association of Coll. and Research Libraries, Chicago, IL. – 1975
A list of standards was adopted by the Association of College and Research Libraries. It was intended to apply to college libraries serving academic programs at the bachelors and masters degree levels. Standards are presented for the major library functions, as follows: (1) objectives; (2) collections; (3) organization of materials; (4) staff; (5)…
Descriptors: College Libraries, Librarians, Library Administration, Library Collections
Mississippi State Dept. of Education, Jackson. – 1984
This primer for Mississippi school librarians is designed for use as a planning guide by teachers, librarians, administrators, and supervisors involved in developing school library programs. The ten chapters of the bulletin cover: philosophy of the school library; standards; school library facilities; library collection development, including…
Descriptors: Cataloging, Classification, Elementary Secondary Education, Library Acquisition
Perkins, John W.; And Others – 1977
Designed for the training of a newly appointed branch librarian as well as for general background on the function of a branch library for the entire staff, this publication was written as a comprehensive guide to the administration of a branch library. Specific chapters focus on: (1) administrative goals and activities, (2) organizational…
Descriptors: Adults, Branch Libraries, Check Lists, Children

Public Libraries, 1986
Presents revision of the original "Guidelines for Establishing Information and Referral Service in Public Libraries," adopted by the Public Library Association Board of Directors on January 22, 1980. The revision approved on January 8, 1985, reflects changes in terminology and in the information and referral field during past five years. (EJS)
Descriptors: Community Information Services, Guidelines, Library Administration, Library Planning
Gill, Philip – 2000
This paper highlights some of the issues that arose during the drafting of a revised version of the IFLA (International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions) Guidelines for Public Libraries. The sections of the new document are outlined as follows: (1) The Role and Purpose of the Public Library; (2) The Legal and Financial…
Descriptors: Guidelines, Information Technology, International Organizations, Library Administration
Hepfer, William – 1982
This review of issues facing administrators of community college libraries and learning resources centers focuses on four main areas: (1) organization of services; (2) maximizing library effectiveness; (3) administrative qualifications; and (4) standards for community college libraries. It begins by arguing that, since a library reflects the goals…
Descriptors: College Libraries, Learning Resources Centers, Library Administration, Library Directors
Wisconsin State Dept. of Public Instruction, Madison. Div. of Library Services. – 1987
Developed by the Task Force on Public Library and Library System Standards and Guidelines, these general standards are designed to give local planners a useful tool with which to assess their own unique programs of service and establish direction for future development. A section on planning and the public library considers (1) imperatives for…
Descriptors: Financial Support, Library Administration, Library Collection Development, Library Facilities
Eugene Public Library, OR. – 1979
Prepared for the library and the library board, this policy manual governs the operations of the library and its relationships with other libraries and the community. The library, the board, and the position of City Librarian are established in law by the Eugene city code. The manual opens with a short history of the library and a statement of the…
Descriptors: Administrative Policy, Governing Boards, Library Administration, Library Cooperation

Torgeson, Paula – Public Libraries, 1991
Presents transcript of interviews with three administrators of small rural libraries. Highlights include state and national encouragement of marketing efforts; funding for in-service education for rural public librarians; changing roles of rural public libraries; library standards; and advice for newly appointed directors. (LRW)
Descriptors: Financial Support, Inservice Education, Interviews, Library Administration
Cummins, Julie; And Others – 1984
This guide is designed to assist librarians and administrators both in assessing the strengths and weaknesses of their public library service to youth and in making immediate and long range plans to reach desired goals. The standards provide a basis for understanding the scope and purpose of youth services. A philosophical statement on service…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Guidelines, Library Administration, Library Collection Development
Hendricks, J. Thom, Ed. – 1988
Since no local library can meet the information needs of the community on its own, librarians and local policymakers must look to other existing agencies and channels for support. In every locale are agencies, organizations, and governmental and social service units that daily gather, compile, and disseminate information as one of their missions.…
Descriptors: Check Lists, Community Coordination, Guidelines, Library Administration
New York State Library, Albany. Div. of Library Development. – 1988
In 1987, the Regent's Advisory Council on Libraries and the New York State Library Division of Library Development appointed a Committee on Minimum Library Standards for New York State to review and revise existing standards for public libraries, taking into consideration the Board of Regents policy on libraries. This report explains the…
Descriptors: Administrative Policy, Library Administration, Library Collections, Library Education
Iowa State Library, Des Moines. – 1989
This manual is designed to serve as a textbook outlining sound library administrative practices or as an aid in policy development. The basics of good library services are described, and libraries are encouraged to choose services appropriate for their situation, plan for them, and measure their effectiveness. Ninety performance measures outline…
Descriptors: Accreditation (Institutions), Evaluation Methods, Library Administration, Library Expenditures
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