Public Library Governance: International Perspectives: 176 (IFLA Publications, 176) - Hardcover

Abbott-Halpin, Edward / Rankin, Carolynn

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 3110530767 ISBN 13: 9783110530766

Publisher: De Gruyter Saur, 2020

Synopsis

Major changes in public libraries throughout the world have led to an increased focus on governance issues. Forging successful futures for public libraries depends on effective governance. This book defines governance and examines its many facets in relation to public library provision internationally, differentiating governance from the policies, processes and practices of public libraries. The perspectives of leaders, practitioners, researchers, decision makers, and service users are presented, offering a variety of views from the past, the present and potential approaches in the future. Decision-making and the roles of decision makers involved in governance are explored. Prominent figures from the public library community throughout the world have contributed their knowledge and experience. Wicked problems facing the public library sector are identified and the varying approaches adopted internationally to deal with them are outlined. There are many practitioner and professional practice issues associated with provision of libraries and views on library usage and delivery vary according to user and practitioner standpoints. Globally diverse content provides directions for the future development of public libraries and for dealing with the emerging challenges facing the library world.

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About the Author

Edward Abbott-Halpin and Carolynn Rankin, Leeds Beckett University, Leeds, UK.

Edition details

• Publisher: De Gruyter Saur
• Publication date: 2020
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 3110530767
• ISBN 13: 9783110530766
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 381