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2004 Library and Information Statistics Tables: Annual collection of statistics aiming to present a broad overall perspective of the library and information scene in the UK. Includes coverage of public, national, academic and special libraries.
Author: British Library Board
Subjects: academic library research, library and information science news, national libraries, public libraries, special libraries
DeweyClass: 020
Resource type: reference data
ALA: American Library Association: Promotes high quality library and information services and through a broad-based program of legislative advocacy, public awareness and professional education, the association provides leadership and support in more than 100,000 school, public, academic and special libraries across the US.
Author: American Library Association
Subjects: library organisations, public libraries, special libraries, united states libraries
DeweyClass: 020.6
Resource type: institution
Dublin City Public Libraries Information and Cultural Heritage Services: Official information from the body responsible for public libraries in Dublin. Includes branch information, and details of services offered to customers. Also includes details of Dublin Public Library publications, and details of participation in European and International cooperative projects.
Author: Dublin City Public Libraries
Subjects: ireland, public libraries
DeweyClass: 027.4
Resource type: documents
House of Commons - Culture Media and Sport: Sixth Report: Report and Proceedings of the Committee's investigation of the public library system in the UK. Addresses topics such as monitoring and maintaining library standards, the role of public libraries, access to public libraries, IT provision, and funding issues.
Author: House of Commons Select Committee on Culture, Media and Sport
Subjects: public libraries
DeweyClass: 027.4
Resource type: document
Internet Public Library: The IPL is a public library of and for the Internet community. It aims to teach about the issues involved in the translation of the library perspective into a networked environment, and to provide services and information which enhance the value of the Internet to its users.
Author: Internet Public Library
Subjects: digital library collections, public libraries
DeweyClass: 027.4
Resource type: documents
LFF: Libraries for the Future: LFF is a non-profit organisation that gives voice to the interests of active and potential users of America's public library system.
Author: Libraries for the Future
Subjects: library organisations, public libraries
DeweyClass: 020.6
Resource type: institution
Library and Information Commission Public Library Internet Survey: December 1995 report into public library use of the Internet prepared by UKOLN at the request of the Library and Information Commission.
Author: Dempsey, Lorcan & Ormes, Sarah
Subjects: public libraries
DeweyClass: 021.6
Resource type: document
LIC: Building the New Library Network: A report to Government with proposals for the successful implementation of the People's Network scheme. Report includes recommendations on eligibility criteria, priorities for funding, administering awards, delivering content to users, the funding model, advanced training, the school library service, network options, funding and financial assessment, and implementation aspects. Also includes reviews of current activity in the public library, archive, museum and gallery, and higher education sectors, intellectual property issues, training needs analysis, network service and design specification, usage proposals and ICT cost assumptions. Available in PDF format.
Author: Library and Information Commission
Subjects: public libraries, staff development, technology impact
DeweyClass: 027.4
Resource type: document
New Library: The People's Network: A report commissioned by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport which discusses the challenge created by information and communication technologies for public libraries. It argues for the transformation of libraries and what they do and also makes the case for re-equipping them and re-skilling their staff so that they can continue to fulfil their widely valued role as intermediary, guide, interpreter, and referral point.
Author: Library and Information Commission
Subjects: public libraries
DeweyClass: 027.4
Resource type: document
New York Public Library: The NYPL is one of the largest public libraries in the world. Site includes information on the library, its branches and services.
Author: New York Public Library
Subjects: public libraries
DeweyClass: 027.4
Resource type: institution
PLUS: Public Libraries Using Spanish: Collection of language materials for use in public libraries frequented by Spanish speakers. Includes Spanish versions of patron services such as library card application forms and policy statements, media resources such as newspaper articles about library services, and a guide to Dewey Decimal Classification.
Author: Jensen, Bruce
Subjects: public libraries, spanish
DeweyClass: 027.4
Resource type: documents
Public Library Locator: A tool which can be used to uncover data about public libraries throughout the US. On entering address details, information about organisational characteristics, paid full time staff, operating income and expenditures, size of library collection, and library services is returned.
Author: National Center for Education Statistics
Subjects: public libraries, united states libraries
DeweyClass: 027.4
Resource type: opac
Public Library Networking Focus: The aims of the Focus were to contribute to strategic, policy-making, awareness raising and development activities in the area of public library networking and lifelong learning.
Author: UKOLN
Subjects: public libraries
DeweyClass: 027.4
Resource type: index
Revision of IFLA's Guidelines for Public Libraries: Pre-print circulated for comment prior to the official publication of IFLA's guidelines scheduled for the end of the year 2000. Presented as six chapters, issues addressed include the role and purpose of the public library, the legal and financial framework, meeting user needs, collection development, human resources, and management and marketing.
Author: International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions
Subjects: library organisations, public libraries
DeweyClass: 027.4
Resource type: document
SLAINTE: Scottish Libraries Across the Internet: The aim of SLAINTE is to provide access to information for and about the library and information community in Scotland. SLAINTE is maintained by the Scottish Library Association and the Scottish Library and Information Council, with financial support from The Scottish Office. Includes directories of names, events, publications and organisations.
Author: Dunsire, Gordon
Subjects: library organisations, public libraries
DeweyClass: 020.6
Resource type: reference documents
UK Public Libraries: Regularly maintained index of public libraries on the web. Good examples of sites are highlighted.
Author: Harden, Sheila & Harden, Robert
Subjects: public libraries
DeweyClass: 027
Resource type: index
Vancouver Public Library: Offers information about collections, services and borrowing, and library events. Also provides access to the Library's catalogue, strategic plan, mission, budget, and annual report.
Author: Vancouver Public Library
Subjects: public libraries
DeweyClass: 027.4
Resource type: documents, opac
Will Libraries Survive?: Article considering the historical use of public libraries in the US, and whether the increasing availability of networked computers will diminish the public library's traditional role still further. It asserts that the book will remain the primary form for reading works which are at the center of cultural life and which make up the core of public library collections.
Author: Nunberg, Geofrey
Subjects: digital library philosophy, public libraries
DeweyClass: 027.4
Resource type: article