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Reflecting on the Future of Academic and Public Libraries, Paperback / softback Book

Reflecting on the Future of Academic and Public Libraries Paperback / softback

Edited by Peter Hernon, Joseph R. Matthews

Paperback / softback

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Academic and public libraries are much different today than they were even 15 years ago. And with even bigger changes on the horizon, what lies in store?

In this systematic attempt to speak to academic and public librarians about the future of library services, Hernon and Matthews invite a raft of contributors to step back and envision the type of future library that will generate excitement and enthusiasm among users and stakeholders.

Anyone interested in the future of libraries, especially library managers, will be engaged and stimulated as the contributors:Examine the current state of the library, summarizing existing literature on the topic to sketch in historical backgroundProject into the future, using SWOT analysis, environmental scans, and other techniques to posit how library infrastructure (such as staff, collections, technology, and facilities) can adapt in the decades ahead Construct potential scenarios that library leaders can use to forge paths for their own institutions. The collection of knowledge and practical wisdom in this book will help academic and public libraries find ways to honour their missions while planning for the broader institutional changes already underway.

Readership: Library managers, academic and public librarians, LIS students and academics and anyone interested in the future of libraries.

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