A survey of 377 independent secondary school libraries or librarians revealed an increased and ever-increasing awareness of the importance of the role of the library within the school. This report, partially presented in question-and-answer form, is based on questions most frequently asked by librarians and administrators. The questions cover the…

Written standards for the structure and government of library service, the program of public library services, selection and maintenance of library collections, personnel, and physical facilities provide guidelines for improved services by small public libraries in Nebraska. An interpretation and application of these standards assists in their…

Library users, resources and staff members of the Madison, Wisconsin area (Dane County) libraries were surveyed to answer these four questions: (1) What demands for informational services are being made on local libraries that they are unable to meet, or are met with difficulty?; (2) What information resources are held and what is their…

The Worcester Area Cooperating Libraries is a system composed of public, academic and special libraries. In fiscal 1970-71, an expanded interlibrary loan service utilizing a daily shuttle between the participating libraries was implemented. This report describes and analyzes the interlibrary shuttle service, and presents an analysis of the…

Considers the potential benefits of microforms in law libraries and suggests some ways of overcoming resistance to their use from other staff members and administrators, as well as users. (CMV)

A UNESCO consultant describes services provided by academic, public, and school libraries in Mauritius, and discusses levels of professionalism and salaries of librarians, opportunities for library education, and the possibility of developing a national library service. (JAB)

Describes a survey to assess the present status of libraries in primary, intermediate, high, and tribal schools. The information gathered through interviews, personal observation, and informal contact with students, is analyzed and evaluated; conclusions and recommendations are included. (VT)

A valuable resource for new or experienced school librarians, "Collection Development for the School Library Media Program: A Beginner's Guide" is an easy-to-use guide to collection development. It provides practical and relevant information about collection development issues such as: the school users, policies, selection criteria and sources,…

Results of a survey of the 53 accredited library schools regarding their programs for rare book and special collections librarians are reported. (2 references) (SJ)

This article reports on activities relating to the automation of technical processing at the Library of Congress. The master guidelines for automation of the LC core bibliographic system and several individual projects are described. (29 references) (Author/SJ)

This paper discusses the survey methodology, the findings, and two major products of a 1970 nationwide study of academic library consortia. The study involved a questionnaire survey to identify and describe all known consortia, and a case-study analysis of 15 selected consortia. (11 references) (Author/SJ)

The survey substantiates the opinions that library instruction is needed now more than ever before and that there is keen interest in finding new ways of meeting the needs of today's students. (Author)

The lack of library support in Egypt has resulted in a current state of near bankruptcy. (NH)

A new approach to the problem of library instruction envisages a programme which has had some trial in seven college libraries and could have application in university and public libraries. (5 references) (Author)

Steps for acquisition of necessary skills for expertise in law librarianship are described and the role of the Law Library of Congress in relationship to the responsibility of law libraries is outlined. (AB)