Public Library Funding & Technology Access Study

2011 Public Library Funding & TechnologyAccess Study: Results, Trends, and Resources

Nov. 1, 1:00 pm Central

EarlyRegistration: https://oclc.webex.com/oclc/onstage/g.php?t=a&d=710477519 

Over 8,400 urban, suburban, andrural libraries participated in the 2011 Public LibraryFunding & Technology Access Study, the largest and longest-runningstudy of Internet connectivity in U.S. public libraries. Key findings include:

§ 70% of libraries report increased use of publicaccess computers, while at the same time, over 76% report an insufficientnumber of public computers to meet demand.

§ 65% of libraries report that they are the onlysource of free public access to computers and the Internet in theircommunities.

§ 67% of libraries offer access to e-books.

§ 72% of libraries report that staff help patronscomplete online job applications.

§ 16% of libraries report decreased hours ofoperation. This translates to lost hours at more than 2,600 branches.

In this webinar co-sponsored by ALA TechSource,the ALA Office for Research & Statistics, and WebJunction, you will learnhow to interpret the data and emerging trends; access new advocacy andmarketing tools including state profiles, issue briefs, and PR templates; anduse the data to make the case for your library with elected officials andcommunity stakeholders.  Presented by: John Bertot, Co-Director,Information Policy & Access Center, University of Maryland; Judy Hoffman,Project Manager, American Library Association, Office for Research andStatistics; and Peggy Rudd, Director, Texas State Library and ArchivesCommission.

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