Early registration is now available for Illinois librarians to attend the following November webinar:
2011 Public Library Funding & Technology Access Study: Results, Trends and Resources
November 1, 1 p.m. Central
Over 8,400 urban, suburban, and rural libraries participated in the 2011 Public Library Funding & Technology Access Study, the largest and longest-running study of Internet connectivity in U.S. public libraries. Key findings include:
- 70% of libraries report increased use of public access computers, while at the same time, over 76% report an insufficient number of public computers to meet demand.
- 65% of libraries report that they are the only source of free public access to computers and the Internet in their communities.
- 67% of libraries offer access to e-books.
- 72% of libraries report that staff help patrons complete online job applications.
- 16% of libraries report decreased hours of operation. 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 learn how to interpret the data and emerging trends; access new advocacy and marketing tools including state profiles, issue briefs, and PR templates; and use the data to make the case for your library with elected officials and community stakeholders. Take the new survey now!
Presented by: John Bertot, Co-Director, Information Policy & Access Center, University of Maryland; Judy Hoffman, Project Manager, American Library Association, Office for Research and Statistics; and Peggy Rudd, Director, Texas State Library and Archives Commission.