The Operating of Small and Rural Libraries in the United States:Policy Framework,Association Support,and Service Innovation:Case Studies from Massachusetts,Texas,and California
As a federal country,the United States has very different policies,management and operational modes for the small and rural libraries.However,research for small and rural libraries from a"state"perspective has been limited.This paper chooses Massachusetts,Texas and California to analyze their federal and state laws and regulations,association supporting measures,and the basic and innovative service programs offered by small and rural libraries at the macro,meso,and micro levels.The study reveals four key findings:firstly,multi-level government and community funding work together to promote development;secondly,basic services are guaranteed whereas innovative services are tailored to community needs;thirdly,project-based funding applications are essential in ensuring successful implementation and growth;and lastly,emphasis is placed on building a professional team and on the leadership training of librarians.
Small and rural librariesOperational modelsMassachusettsTexasCalifornia
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