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Peer reviewedCisler, Steve – Library Trends, 1995
Discusses the future of libraries in rural areas, the role of the community, and possible effects of changing technology in telecommunications. Topics include a historical background, including the Rural Electrification Administration; networking technology; an example of a Rural Area Network in Colorado; and new roles for libraries and…
Descriptors: Community Relations, Community Role, Computer Networks, Futures (of Society)
Peer reviewedSenkevitch, Judith J.; Wolfram, Dietmar – Library Trends, 1994
Provides an overview of the current state of networking technology in rural libraries and describes a model for educating rural librarians in accessing electronic networks. Topics discussed include information needs in rural libraries; telecommunications technology access in rural areas; and examples of services to enhance information access.…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Computer Networks, Information Needs, Information Networks
Peer reviewedDowlin, Kenneth E. – Library Trends, 1995
Libraries need to adapt their systems for the collection, preservation, organization, and distribution of information to take advantage of new technology and communication tools. Libraries that successfully adapt these systems will become a more central institution in the community served. (AEF)
Descriptors: Change Strategies, Computer Networks, Futures (of Society), Information Dissemination
