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Library Public Relations: A Comment
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Fontaine, Sue – Catholic Library World, 1975
The results of a survey of public relations activities in 27 selected public libraries are summarized. (PF)
Descriptors: Communication Problems, Library Surveys, Public Libraries, Public Relations
The Meaning of Reference Service--From the Field.
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Vavrek, Bernard – Catholic Library World, 1983
Survey of 56 public reference librarians from New York, Ohio, and Pennsylvania reveals that they perceive reference service as comprising question answering (34 percent); locating information (30 percent); service (17 percent); providing materials (7 percent); aiding readers in library use (4 percent); telephone referral (2 percent); 100 percent…
Descriptors: Attitudes, Definitions, Librarians, Library Services
Materials Selection Policies and Changing Adult Needs.
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Giblon, Della L. – Catholic Library World, 1982
Describes the process followed in developing the materials selection policy used by the Leon County Public Library, so as to demonstrate how a policy responsive to adult interests evolved and continues to change as adult needs and interests change. Seven references are listed. (Author/LLS)
Descriptors: Adults, Information Needs, Library Acquisition, Library Collections
Persuasive Poster Power.
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Watson, Jerry; And Others – Catholic Library World, 1985
To measure effect of posters on children's selection of books from display table, two displays (one with poster) were placed in visible area of one public library and five elementary school media centers. Children selected 10% (public library) and 27% (media center libraries) more books from poster table. (14 references) (EJS)
Descriptors: Children, Comparative Analysis, Display Aids, Elementary Education