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Libraries and Literacy


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Libraries and Literacy
Discusses the relevancy of books to public libraries and child literacy programs.
3,415 words (approx. 13.7 pages) | 16 sources | APA | 2008 United States


Paper Summary:

This paper explains that libraries and information centers are an essential component of the national literacy program. The author points out that libraries, as agents of reading readiness, should provide developmentally appropriate books and services for children and assist parents, teachers and care givers with resources and services to support their children through strong book collections. The paper stresses that, although online book formats, e-books, online databases and journals have a valuable place in libraries, they should not replace traditional books.

Table of Contents:
Reading and Literacy
The Role of Libraries in Literacy
The Value of Books
Implications for Library Management
The Dallas Public Library and its Commitment to Literacy
Conclusion

From the Paper:

"Without the vision, commitment and backing from library administration, libraries' commitment to literacy would not be possible. Management has a duty to provide planning and funding that support literacy and maintain the importance of books. Various management theories, including scientific management, human relations, and quantitative, are being applied to library operations today. Change requires constant reexamination of each previously identified role in goal-oriented, information-intense organizations, where teamwork and process are replacing individualism and a task orientation."

Sample of Sources Used:

  • Abram, S. (2006). Books! Are they still important in special libraries? Information Outlook. (10/06). Retrieved June 30, 2008, from http://www.sirsidynix.com/Resources/Pdfs/Company/Abram/IOColumn_52.pdf.
  • American Library Association (2008). Retrieved June 30, 2008, from http://www.ala.org/.
  • Anderson, R. C., Fielding, L.G., & Wilson, P.T. (1988). Growth in Reading and How Children Spend Their Time Outside of School. Reading Research Quarterly 23, 285.
  • Armstrong, C., Denham, D., Elkin, J., Evans, M., Fenton, R., Heeks, P., & Lonsdale, R. (1997). A Place for Children: The Qualitative Impact of Public Libraries on Children's Reading. Interim Report. The New Review of Children's Literature and Librarianship 3, 93.
  • Dallas Public Library. (2008). Mission Statement. Retrieved June 30, 2008, from http://dallaslibrary.org/mission.htm.

Cite this paper

APA Citation:

Libraries and Literacy (2012, January 15). Retrieved February 13, 2012, from http://www.academon.com/Persuasive-Essay-Libraries-and-Literacy/106111

MLA Citation:

"Libraries and Literacy" 15 January 2012. Web. 13 Feb. 2012. <http://www.academon.com/Persuasive-Essay-Libraries-and-Literacy/106111>




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I am currently a university senior pursuing a BA with major in General Studies; including Library and Information Science, English/History, and Community Service. I also have an Associates Degree in Science, and am applying to obtain my master's degree in Library and Information Science.
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