Describes the several kinds of use studies, and then attempts to appraise what they contribute and do not contribute to the planning process. (Author)

A valid means of employing user opinion as a planning tool is developed. Analysis of weighted opinions by statistical methods will provide the library manager with information on which to base decisions for future activity and operations. (3 references) (Author)

A mathematical model is presented that can be used to predict a library's circulation. (Author)

A periodicals use study was conducted in the Medical Library of Children's Hospital, a pediatric teaching hospital, during the six month period from September 1, 1967 to February 29, 1968. Results of the study showed that the three kinds of periodical use--circulation, reading room use, and interlibrary loan--have similar but not identical…

The purpose of this study was to determine the total number and distribution of the physically handicapped in Nebraska in order to provide them with adequate library service. The report defines the physically handicapped as "residents of the United States certified by competent authority as unable to read normal printed materials as a result…

The identifiable age grouping of the optimum circulation interval for journal usage is five years. Heaviest journal usage occurs during the first five years after its publication date; and beginning with the sixth year, use becomes so infrequent that requirements for return of the journal within two days creates unnecessary hardship on the user.…

The first proposals for serious research at Lancaster were made some six years ago: the intention was to investigate the real needs of the library users and the best ways of meeting these needs. This article summarizes past, present and possible future activities in this field. (Author/NH)

This analysis of the demand for public library services in Franklin County, present and future, as the basis for the study's recommendations for future development of the public library system of the County, takes out in some directions new to library planning practice. The study makes a marketing and systems approach to the problem of measuring…

This study represents a market analysis of the needs, habits and desires of business firms concerning their acquisition and utilization of the information required in their work in order to improve public library services to business and industry through cooperative library action. The key recommendations were: the public library should be the…

The subjective reactions of two researchers are presented to provide comment on selected aspects of public library surveys which may have similar components to those which the authors found in Portage County, Ohio in 1969 and 1970. (See "Public Library Services in Portage County; An Analysis for Planning." ED 039 907) Aspects covered…

The aims of this one-year research project undertaken for the School of Librarianship were: (1) to determine the various information needs of the user groups in the colleges, (2) to investigate present library services in light of the users' needs and (3) to propose immediate and long-term development plans for the library. In this study the role…

The purpose of this study was to survey and analyze two census tracts of Salt Lake City proper, a residential area frequently referred to as Central City. This study was commissioned by Richard J. Rademacher, Director, Salt Lake City Public Library. A questionnaire was formulated through an analysis of other surveys at the conclusion of an…

Discusses what libraries in systems are doing or attempting to achieve. Presented at a colloquium held at the School of Library Science, State University of New York, Albany, in 1969. A bibliography of 24 items is included. (JB)

Describes a computer simulation model developed to provide information on the number of terminals or readers needed in the advent of microfilm or computerized catalogs in libraries. Systems with two to 14 terminals are simulated, and decision variables include average patron waiting time, number of patrons lost, and average terminal utilization.…

Four hundred and fifty-three patrons responded to a 1976 library use survey conducted at California State College at Dominguez Hills to assess present effectiveness and identify areas of concern for use in planning. The study found that some library patrons use the local public libraries because they are more convenient, while others use larger…