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  • 2020 Public Library Technology Survey: Summary Report 
    Public Library Association (Public Library Association, 2021)
    In late 2020, PLA fielded the 2020 Public Library Technology Survey to a national sample of public library directors at the administrative entity level. The survey gathered information about libraries’ public access ...
  • Check Out E-Readers! Sacramento Public Library Did It and You Can Too! 
    Davis, Denise; Wong, Megan; Calhoun, Amy; Spink, Joseph; Shorr, Manya (Public Library Association, 2011-09-21)
    Sacramento (Calif.) Public Library received a $100,000 grant from the California State Library to form a partnership with Barnes & Noble and develop a plan to successfully check out e-readers to the public. In six short ...
  • Cracking QR Codes—What Are They and How Can They Help Your Library? 
    Block, Carson (Public Library Association, 2011-04-20)
    They’ve started to show up everywhere. Black and white squares. On magazine ads, outdoor signs, websites, receipts, airline tickets, and now… at your library. What are they? Quick Response (QR) Codes—two-dimensional barcodes, ...
  • E-Books 101 – A Look at Devices, Platforms, and Training Ideas 
    Pearson, Lynnanne (Public Library Association, 2012-04-17)
    Join Lynnanne Pearson, manager of adult popular services, Skokie (Ill.) Public Library for a basic look at the e-book devices your customers are using as well as some tips and tricks for using the devices and lending them ...
  • Interface, Volume 23, Number 4 
    Martin, Stephen H.; Topp, Barbara; Massis, Bruce E.; Long, Sarah; Garofalo, Denise (Association for Specialized and Cooperative Library Agencies, 2001)
    Volume 23, Number 4 of ASCLA Interface newsletter.
  • Intro to E-Books 
    Kirkpatrick, Geoffrey; Block, Carson (Public Library Association, 2011-10-25)
    Starting at page one. This on-demand webinar introduces participants to the e-book and e-reader market with a look at the devices, including the Kindle, Nook, and iPad. It also looks at market trends to show participants ...
  • Laying the Groundwork for a Successful E-Book Collection 
    LaRue, Jamie; Fifarek, Aimee; Ganley, Ben; Burleigh, David; Mercer, Tom; Block, Carson (Public Library Association, 2011-11-01)
    They may be filled with words, just like physical books, but e-books tell their own story when it comes to building a library collection. This on-demand webinar covers the particularities of licensing e-materials, and ...
  • Library in the Networked World 
    American Library Association (2002)
    Self-assessment tool for creating modern and user friendly libraries.
  • A Library Perspective on Network Neutrality 
    Godwin, Michael (American Library Association, 2006-12)
    Policy brief on ALA's position on net neutrality laws and regulation.
  • New Copyright Law for Distance Education: The Meaning and Importance of the TEACH Act 
    Crews, Kenneth D. (2002-09-30)
    Paper summarizing standards and requirements of the TEACH Act and impact on distance education.
  • Participatory Networks: The Library as Conversation - Executive Summary 
    Lankes, R. David; Silverstein, Joanne; Nicholson, Scott (American Library Association, 2006)
    Summary of technology brief "Participatory Networks: The Library as Conversation."
  • Powering Up Your E-Book Program 
    Coulter, Carolyn K.; Wong, Megan; Goodman, Amanda; Peoples, Brock; Herrmann, Carrie; Schmidt, Jim; Block, Carson (Public Library Association, 2011-11-08)
    So you’ve done all your background research. You’re ready to build your e-book program. What now? This on-demand webinar demonstrates different approaches to add e-books and/or e-readers to library collections of all ...
  • Principles for the Networked World 
    American Library Association (2003-02)
    Brochure outlining policy issues raised by the internet and other networked technologies.
  • Regional Library Cooperatives and the Future of Broadband 
    Office for Information Technology Policy (American Library Association, 2009-02)
    Report from the Public Library (Internet) Connectivity Project by the Office for Information Technology Policy.
  • Strategies for Sustaining Your Library’s E-Book Program 
    Tominaga, Mana; Block, Carson (Public Library Association, 2011-11-15)
    This on-demand webinar explores strategic consideration in adding e-books, as well as project management fundamentals (shared in a down-to-earth fashion) to ensure a good start as well as a sustainable effort. Learn how ...
  • Stretching Your Library’s E-Books Budget 
    Petlewski, Kathy (Public Library Association, 2012-04-24)
    What is the most effective way to spend your e-book budget? Should you focus on popular items or create a comprehensive collection? Should you join a consortium to increase your library’s buying power? How do you find one? ...

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