Research-based planning for public libraries : increasing relevance in the digital age / Joseph R. Matthews.

Author/creator Matthews, Joseph R. author.
Format Book
PublicationSanta Barbara, California : Libraries Unlimited, [2013]
Descriptionxx, 207 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
Subjects
Public libraries--Planning.
Public libraries--Evaluation.
Public libraries--Collection development.
Libraries--Special collections. --Electronic information resources.
Electronic information resources--Management.
Public libraries--Aims and objectives.
Libraries and community.
Libraries and the Internet.

Contents It's going to be a wild ride -- Understanding your market -- Developing a plan -- Selection policies -- The physical collection -- The virtual library -- Evaluating the collection -- Providing access -- Evaluating the library.
Abstract "This book will help public library administrators, managers, and board members to better plan, strategize, and understand their communities, enabling public libraries to become dynamic, proactive institutions"-- Provided by publisher.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
LCCN 2013028319
ISBN9781610690072 (pbk.)
ISBN1610690079 (pbk.)

Availability

Library Location Call Number Status Item Actions
Joyner General Stacks Z678 .M37 2013 ✔ Available Place Hold