Outline For A Procedures Handbook For Public Libraries

The output measures defined in this manual address aspects of service such as library use, materials use, materials availability, document delivery, reference services and programme attendance. Methods for obtaining accurate data are described in detail and blank worksheets and tally logs are given where appropriate to assist in collecting and manipulating data.

Strategic Planning for Public Libraries is a complete planning toolkit. Each purchase comes with a downloadable supplemental folder full of reusable templates, worksheets, as well as real-life examples from other libraries to help guide the reader through the planning process. This book provides a framework that any library, whether it serves urban, suburban, or rural communities, can use as a basis for its strategic planning.

Suggests procedures for service evaluation, discusses measures and interpretations, and looks at possible follow-up actions.

This text offers a planning programme to improve public library management and evaluative processes. It is devoted to defining missions, setting appropriate goals and writing the planning document.

Die International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) ist der führende internationale Dachverband, der die Interessen von Bibliotheken und Informationsdiensten und ihren Nutzern vertritt. Sie ist das weltweite Sprachrohr der Bibliotheks- und Informationsberufe. In der Reihe IFLA Publications wird eine Vielzahl der Möglichkeiten diskutiert, wie Bibliotheken, Informationszentren sowie Angestellte in Informations- und Dokumentationsberufen weltweit ihre Ziele formulieren und ihren Einfluss als Gruppe wahrnehmen, ihre Interessen vertreten sowie Lösungen für globale Probleme entwickeln können.