The Government of the American Public Library. Carleton Bruns Joeckel

1935 ◽  
Vol 5 (4) ◽  
pp. 470-475
Author(s):  
John Boynton Kaiser
Keyword(s):  
Public Library ◽  
The Government

scholarly journals Discipline-specific bibliometric analysis: Quality and performance indexes

2017 ◽  
pp. 19-30 ◽  
Author(s):  
Darina Gazizova
Keyword(s):  
Public Library ◽  
Bibliometric Indicators ◽  
Hirsch Index ◽  
Performance Indexes ◽  
Study Task ◽  
The Government ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Number Of Publications ◽  
Bibliometric Studies ◽  
Analysis Quality

Bibliometric studies in geological disciplines are reviewed. Data were selected for the bibliometric study. The main indicators analyzed were: number of publications, Hirsch index, journals impact factor, and IQp. The study task is to reveal interdependence of authors’ indicators and publications bibliometric indicators, and, based on selected indicators, to assess researchers’ quality and performance. The author suggests that IQp may be used to respond to bibliometric inquiries made by discipline experts. The paper is prepared within the framework of the Government Task 2017 for the Russian National Public Library for Science and Technology.

scholarly journals From the Chair: My Chicago

2017 ◽  
Vol 45 (1) ◽  
pp. 3
Author(s):  
Sarah Erekson
Keyword(s):  
Public Library ◽  
American Library Association ◽  
Annual Conference ◽  
Monday Morning ◽  
Government Information ◽  
American Library ◽  
Saturday Night ◽  
Mayoral Election ◽  
The Government

I’m so excited that the Annual Conference this year is in my hometown. As a passionate steward of government information in Chicago, here are a few highlights of my city and my collection.The last time the American Library Association conference was in Chicago was the Midwinter Meetings held in February 2015, when attendees got a taste of Chicago’s winter. Between Saturday night and Monday morning, more than nineteen inches of snow fell as librarians settled into hotel rooms and bars from Streeterville to McCormick Place.1 In winters past, such storms have at times been politically significant. After the Blizzard of 1979, Jane Byrne won the mayoral election in an unprecedented upset. Chicagoans had re-elected the incumbent mayor in the five previous elections (Richard J. Daley served from 1955 to 1976). Michael Bilandic’s term as mayor could have been the start to another dynasty, if not for the snow. You could take Whet Moser’s word for it, in “Snowpocalyspe Then: How the Blizzard of 1979 Cost the Election for Michael Bilandic.”Or you could use the government information expertise and collections of the Chicago Public Library.

scholarly journals AKSESIBILITAS LAYANAN FISIK BAGI PENYANDANG DISABILITAS DI PERPUSTAKAAN UMUM DAERAH KABUPATEN JEMBER

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sari Dewi Poerwanti ◽  
Yudi Harianto Cipta Utama
Keyword(s):  
Data Collection ◽  
Public Library ◽  
Public Spaces ◽  
Qualitative Description ◽  
Access To Information ◽  
Equal Distribution ◽  
Persons With Disabilities ◽  
Degree Of Disability ◽  
The Government ◽  
Physical Accessibility

The Government of Jember Regency is actively implementing the Regional Regulation (PERDA) of Jember Regency No. 7 of 2016 concerning the Protection and Fulfillment of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, especially on equal distribution of access to information in public spaces, one of which is the library. This study discusses the accessibility of disabled users at the Regional Public Library of Jember Regency. The method used in this study is a qualitative description through data collection, interviews, observations and literature. The analysis of physical accessibility which includes parking areas, pedestrian paths, guide paths for library door services, circulation desks, signs, ramps, layouts and toilets so far has carried the spirit of a disability-friendly library, although it is not fully compliant with IFLA standards, but this is a capital for its development. management of the main causes of the program and the diversity of types of services with consideration of the degree of disability in the Jember Regency Public Library.

scholarly journals PERPUSTAKAAN UMUM DENGAN PENDEKATAN ARSITEKTUR HIJAU DI KOTA MAGELANG

Arsitektura ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ridhati Ummi Waskitarini ◽  
Edo Pramono Singgih ◽  
Tri Yuni Iswati
Keyword(s):  
Water Conservation ◽  
Public Library ◽  
Educational Facilities ◽  
Material Resources ◽  
Green Architecture ◽  
Reading Support ◽  
Site Development ◽  
The Government ◽  
Architectural Planning ◽  
Energy Efficiency And Conservation

<p><em>Designing Public Library Magelang motivated by the low public interest in reading, support the efforts of the government of Magelang in raising interest in reading, as well as the need for educational facilities such as adequate library in Magelang, so the purpose of this architectural planning is to get the design of the educational facilities </em><em>building </em><em>that can be </em><em>means for </em><em>information</em><em> needs</em><em>, educatio</em><em>n needs</em><em> and recreation</em><em> needs</em><em> for the Magelan</em><em>g society </em><em>which </em><em>is </em><em>the building is able to maintain harmony with the surrounding natural environment. The issue of the design are: how to build a public library of Magelang, </em><em>that</em><em> could accommodate the needs of the community reading Magelang</em><em>. </em><em> </em><em>The </em><em>appearance of </em><em>this Public Library</em><em> building</em><em> based on </em><em>the principles of Green Architecture. The approach used in determining the design is </em><em>by</em><em> us</em><em>ing</em><em> the principles of green architecture based on the standard GREENSHIP Indonesia, which is about the</em> <em>Appropriate Site Development, Energy Efficiency and Conservation, Water Conservation, Material Resources and Cycle, Indoor Health and Comfort, and Building Environment and Management</em><em>. The result obtained is the design of a municipal public library building with green architecture in accordance with the standards of Indonesian GREENSHIP design consideration so that the existence of the building is expected to maintain harmony with the surrounding nature.</em><em></em></p><p><em> </em></p><p><strong><em>Keywords</em></strong><em>: </em><em>Architecture, Library, Public Library, Green Architecture</em></p>

Increasing or decreasing reading trend: an overview of the current status of the public libraries in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan

2020 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Muhammad Rafi ◽  
Khurshid Ahmad ◽  
Zheng Jian Ming
Keyword(s):  
General Education ◽  
Information Needs ◽  
Public Libraries ◽  
Public Library ◽  
Current Status ◽  
Neolithic Period ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa ◽  
The Public ◽  
The Government

PurposeAs the human race moved from the Paleolithic to the current phases of the Neolithic period, the learning process developed from inscriptions on stones to clay tablets, from papyrus to papers and, ultimately, to digital technology. From ancient times to the present, public libraries have become open universities that are more democratic in the provision of educational and information services and the preservation of cultural heritage, regardless of gender and belief. This study attempts to understand reading trends and the use of citizens’ resources in public libraries in the age of technology as an open university.Design/methodology/approachThe data for this study on regular visitors, permanent library members, and information on the library inventory was collected from each public library administration through personal visits and interviews. In addition, data on regional population and literacy rates were collected from the Government of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Provincial Bureau of Statistics. The authors used descriptive statistics to analyze data for comparative studies.FindingsThe results show that daily visitors, regular library members and their use of library resources are decreasing compared to the literacy rate in each district. It was also concluded that, due to a lack of education and training in the area of information and digital literacy, the accessed database resources are not used properly. Moreover, each densely populated district relies on a single public library to meet general education and information needs.Practical implicationsThe results of this study will help the government expand the network of public libraries at the union council level with competent working staff to increase general motivation to improve reading and resource usage trends. Given the current literacy and population growth in each district, the law on the public library can also be amended and implemented to support the existing library system better and create more libraries in the public interest.Originality/valueThis study was conducted for the first time to determine the current state of public libraries in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and to help public library authorities improve their existing public library service status based on the results.

Exploration of information literacy skills status and impacts on the quality of life of artisans in Lagos, Nigeria

2015 ◽  
Vol 116 (9/10) ◽  
pp. 578-587 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ngozi Blessing Ukachi
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Information Literacy ◽  
Public Library ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Literacy Skills ◽  
Skills Acquisition ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Information Literacy Skills ◽  
The Government

Purpose – The purpose of the study is to establish the information literacy skills status, medium for the acquisition of the skills and the impacts on the quality of life of artisans in Lagos, Nigeria. Design/methodology/approach – Multi-stage sampling technique was adopted in selecting the sample. First, the purposive sampling technique was adopted in selecting five categories of artisans specialised in creative works such as: hat making, knitting of clothes, fashion designing/tailoring, hair dressing and shoe making. Second, the proportionate stratified random sampling technique was used in selecting five artisans, each representing a particular category from the 20 local government areas that make up Lagos State. Hence, the sample size is 100. The instruments for data collection were questionnaire and oral interview. The oral interview was meant to complement the questionnaire, as the researcher observed that some of the artisans communicate better in oral discussions than in written ones. The researcher personally administered the instruments. The oral interview was guided by the interview schedule constructed by the researcher based on the research questions. The questionnaire collection period lasted three weeks. Data collected were analysed using simple percentages and frequency count and presented in tables and figures. Findings – The outcome of the study revealed that the artisans’ level of information literacy skills increased following their exploration of technological gadgets such as android and smart-phones which the study had established to be the main means through which they acquire their information literacy skills. Other sources such as the library and training organised by the state government have not benefited them. The result established that the increase in their information literacy skills status has enhanced their quality of life. Practical implications – An improvement in the information literacy skills status of artisans could positively impact their quality of life. Originality/value – An exploration of the information literacy skills status, medium for the acquisition of the skills and the impacts on the quality of life of artisans in Lagos has not been carried out before now. This study revealed the status as well as the most accessible and appealing medium of information literacy skills acquisition by the artisans. This will help the government and public library management with the knowledge of the information literacy skills’ needs including, formats and media most suitable for this category of people.

scholarly journals An overview of public library research activitity and developments in Northern Ireland

2008 ◽  
Vol 32 (102) ◽  
pp. 12-17 ◽  
Author(s):  
Helen Osborn
Keyword(s):  
Northern Ireland ◽  
Policy Development ◽  
Public Libraries ◽  
Public Library ◽  
Government Department ◽  
Library Research ◽  
The Government ◽  
Academic Qualifications

The author describes research undertaken by the government department responsible for public libraries in Northern Ireland to inform policy development and by practitioners to inform practice or in pursuit of academic qualifications.

scholarly journals Numeracy Programming at Major Canadian Urban Libraries: An Exploratory Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Andrea Budac ◽  
Céline Gareau-Brennan ◽  
David Mucz ◽  
Michael McNally ◽  
Dinesh Rathi
Keyword(s):  
Exploratory Study ◽  
Public Libraries ◽  
Public Library ◽  
Critical Gap ◽  
Number Of Children ◽  
Program Content ◽  
Urban Libraries ◽  
The Government ◽  
Government Of Canada ◽  
Age Range

The Government of Canada identifies numeracy as a foundational skill for work, learning, and life. Libraries have historically been champions of literacy; however, the role of libraries in developing numeracy skills is understudied. Specifically, there is a critical gap in studying numeracy programs offered by public libraries. This exploratory study examines the state of numeracy programming at five major urban public libraries in Canada (Calgary Public Library, Edmonton Public Library, Bibliothèques de Montréal, Ottawa Public Library, and Toronto Public Library) to understand the types and varieties of numeracy programs that they offer. The frequency of programs, the intended age range, and the program content are the main foci of this paper. The researchers examined 1166 program listings by scraping programming information from the five libraries’ websites. The data was collected for the second week of December 2015 and relied on programming descriptions from libraries' websites. Results showed that a total of 65 programs (5.6% of total programs) covered numeracy related skills. Overall, the options to learn about numeracy concepts were very limited at all of the libraries in the sample. Calgary offered the highest number of children-focused numeracy programs, while Toronto offered the greatest number of adult-focused numeracy programs. “Math/mathematics” was the most common term used to describe numeracy-related programs. This exploratory study underscores the need for greater investigation of numeracy programming in public libraries.

Watching What We Read

2011 ◽  
pp. 91-127 ◽  
Author(s):  
Abby A. Goodrum
Keyword(s):  
Law Enforcement ◽  
Academic Libraries ◽  
Public Library ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Law Enforcement Agencies ◽  
Patriot Act ◽  
Local Law Enforcement ◽  
State And Local ◽  
The Government ◽  
Similar Legislation

Libraries in the U.S. have long been places of interest to government law enforcement agencies, and academic and public librarians have long sought to balance their commitment to the protection of privacy and intellectual freedom, with their desire to support legitimate requests for assistance from the government (Foerstel, 1991; Starr, 2004). In some instances, librarians have even gone to jail to protect the privacy of their patron’s records (Horn, 1994). To better understand the nature of this contact and its impact on the public’s privacy and access to information, the American Library Association’s Office of Information Technology Policy (ALA OITP) funded a study which included a nationwide survey of public and academic libraries and structured interviews with librarians and library leaders. The study confirms that federal, state, and local law enforcement have been visiting libraries as part of their investigations and that law enforcement activity has precipitated change in the policies and practices of public and academic libraries. Finally, the data from this study suggest that overall, the Patriot Act and similar legislation passed as a result of the September 11 terrorists attacks have had limited or very limited direct impact on academic and public library activities. Most libraries have not changed policies related to the retention of patron information, use of library materials including government information, or removed material from the library, nor has there been any significant change in library material usage. In those instances when changes did occur, reasons appear to be due to budget and financial matters rather than concern over requirements of the Patriot Act or other similar legislation. Another issue central to this discussion has been the degree to which the ALA should engage in significant lobbying efforts to change or modify the Patriot Act and related terrorist laws. The general sense that one receives is that the Patriot Act is “awful” from an abstract perspective, but “it doesn’t really affect my library or patrons as directly as budget cuts and other day to day concerns.” Librarians can’t afford to lose local support, so they do not become politicized over legal issues that may be quite abstract in the minds of their patrons or staff.

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