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Stephens, Annabel K. – 1995
In November 1994, directors of Alabama's 21 public library systems were surveyed to determine their experiences with, and opinions of, the 1988 "Standards for Public Library Service in Alabama." Replies were received from nine (34%) of the directors. Directors were provided with a list of 15 ways in which they might have used the system…
Descriptors: Administrators, Branch Libraries, Library Administration, Library Networks
Stephens, Annabel K.; Smith, Jim – Alabama Librarian, 1995
Directors of Alabama's 180 public libraries and 21 library systems were surveyed to determine their use and opinions of the "1988 Standards for Public Library Service in Alabama." Replies included feedback on standards directors considered most or least helpful and suggestions for additional standards. Analysis of the responses is…
Descriptors: Library Administration, Library Directors, Library Standards, Library Surveys
The State-Supported University Libraries of Alabama: Serving the Needs of Patrons with Disabilities.

Bishop, Barbara A. – College & Research Libraries, 1995
An Association of Research Libraries survey of Alabama public university libraries revealed that disabled populations on campuses were not being served; 27 questions were divided into categories of general information, management and training, space, and general services. Reasons for lack of preparation included lack of knowledge and funding. The…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Disabilities, Higher Education, Library Administration
Public Administration Service, Washington, DC. – 1978
In order to provide the citizens of Alabama with the best possible library service for a given level of funding, this study recommends a model for the organization and funding of multi-type library cooperation in the state, based on a review of past developments and current conditions, together with proposed changes in state library legislation…
Descriptors: Administrative Organization, Bibliographies, Cultural Context, Decentralization
Kaske, Neal; And Others – 1986
Conducted to obtain information for use in developing a revised five-year plan of library service for the state of Alabama, this study was designed to determine the priorities of the state's public libraries as perceived by librarians, chairpersons of library boards of trustees, and library users. Two survey instruments were designed and…
Descriptors: Librarians, Library Services, Library Surveys, Long Range Planning

Gregory, Vicki L. – Journal of Library Administration, 1990
Discusses issues related to formula funding and budgeting in higher education, in general, and in academic libraries, specifically. The strengths and weaknesses of state funding formulas and academic library budgeting formulas are evaluated, based on a survey of libraries in eight states. The role of coordinating agencies and structures is also…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Budgets, Financial Support, Funding Formulas

Fitch, Donna K. – College and Research Libraries, 1990
Describes a study that used the Job Description Index to survey job satisfaction of academic library support staff in Alabama. The need for better compensation and opportunities for promotion for academic library support staff is discussed, as well as the need to relate satisfaction to quality of working life issues. (23 references) (CLB)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Compensation (Remuneration), Demography, Higher Education
Piersma, Mary L.; Allen, Diane – School Library Media Annual (SLMA), 1991
Reports results of a survey that examined the role of school library media specialists in Alabama public schools in promoting reading growth, assisting classroom teachers, and teaching reading skills. Comparisons of ideal and actual responsibilities are made, and academic preparation of media specialists in the area of reading is discussed. (LRW)
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education, Learning Resources Centers