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Thursday, 5th November 2009

From ALA: Updated Public Library Technology Issues Briefs Now Available Online

From the News Release:

The American Library Association (ALA) Office for Research & Statistics (ORS) is making available online the most recent data published in the Public Library Funding & Technology Access Study. The information provides up-to-date issues briefs related to public library technology and job-seeking, lifelong learning and Internet connectivity.

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Current topics include:

“U.S. Public Libraries and E-Government Services," describing the increased use of online government information and services, the critical role of public libraries in helping provide access and assistance using these resources and the challenges that must be addressed to improve e-government at the local, state and federal level.

"Supporting Learners in U.S. Public Libraries," outlining many of the technology resources public libraries provide learners of all ages and challenges libraries face in meeting growing demand, as well as describing how sustained funding enables public libraries to offer increased assistance and services to their communities.

"Job-seeking in U.S. Public Libraries," discussing the range of library resources available to job seekers and challenges to maintaining these services.

"Internet Connectivity in U.S. Public Libraries," describing the varied opportunities and obstacles facing libraries in acquiring and providing high-speed Internet access in rural, suburban and urban libraries.

You can access these issues briefs here.

Source: American Library Association


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