The Role of Public Libraries in the Use of Internet/NREN Information Services: Preliminary Findings.

McClure, Charles R.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ450407

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Publication Date: 1992

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The Role of Public Libraries in the Use of Internet/NREN Information Services: Preliminary Findings.

McClure, Charles R.; And Others

Proceedings of the ASIS Mid-Year Meeting, p46-62 1992

Presents preliminary results of a survey that explored public library roles in the use of Internet/NREN (National Research and Education Network) services. Key issues are identified, including risks and barriers to network use, access, suggested services, professional association role, and committing resources; and recommendations to facilitate public library networking are offered. (29 references) (MES)

Descriptors: Access to Information, Futures (of Society), Internet, Librarian Attitudes, Library Associations, Library Role, Library Services, Models, Public Libraries

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research; Speeches/Meeting Papers

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Language: English

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