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Brochure: Public Libraries Keep Communities Connected
The Public Access Computing Project at the University of Washington has conducted an independent evaluation of the Gates U.S. Library Program. Download and share this printable brochure to make a powerful case for computers in your library!
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IMPACT Research Overview
overview of the research framework being used for the US IMPACT studies.
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Libraries: How They Stack Up
A report from OCLC on the economic impact of libraries. You'll find some interesting comparisons of library economics and activities with other sectors of the worldwide economy. Remind your community how important their library is!
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Maryland 2008-09 School Library Reports
Maryland collects data at the school level and at what they call System level, whick I assume is probably akin to a district.
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Most Libraries Maintaining Public Access Computing Programs, But 25% At Risk
A downloadable PDF report from the Public Access Computing Project at the University of Washington on the first ten states to receive Gates awards. While many libraries have been permanently transformed by their awards, some are still at risk.
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NCES 2007-08 School Library Media Center Questionnaire
Title is self-descriptive.
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Online Directory of Public Library Statistics
A directory of public library statistics available online, organized by state.
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Online Resources for Rural Librarians Promoting Public Libraries
From the March 2006 workshop, Promoting Public Libraries: Using Data and Advocacy to Build Public Support and Funding, a list of web resources for rural librarians, covering the topics discussed in the workshop.
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Public Library Funding & Technology Access Study
This 2008–2009 study assesses public access to computers, the Internet, and Internet-related services in U.S. public libraries, and the impact of library funding changes on technology deployment, and sustainability.
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Talking Around the Text: Everyday information exchange in book discussions
Master's thesis on the role everyday information exchange plays in book discussion groups.
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Taxpayer Return on Investment in Florida Public Libraries
This study from the State Library of Florida examined several approaches to considering returns on public library availability and use and found they all show substantial returns exceeding taxpayer investment.
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The Impact of Public Access Computing on Small and Rural Libraries
How has the Gates Library US Program impacted rural libraries and their communities? This downloadable PDF file from the Public Access Computing Project at the University of Washington tells all.
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Toward Equality of Access
Sponsored by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and developed with the ALA and several other organizations, this report explores the role of libraries in addressing the digital divide.
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Vermont School Library Statistics
Pages ii to v provide the definitions for the statistics that follow.
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Websites and Internet Resources on Research & Statistics
A list of external links
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Websites and Internet Resources on Research and Statistics
A list of external links.
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Why Public Libraries Close
Report on a nationwide study on the impact of public library closures and facility location. Staff interviews and demographics analysis using geographic information systems (GIS) inform impacts on library users and potential markets. Conducted by Florida State University and sponsored by OCLC.
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