Research in gerontology as it has contributed to further research on and expanded library services to the aged is discussed. Significant research efforts eminating from the library and gerontology community are highlighted. (30 references) (KE)

Traces the development of adult learner's advisory programs in libraries, and discusses the librarian's capacity to perform the counselor's role in the contexts of societal factors, popularly-held assumptions, and professional confidence. References are provided. (FM)

Discusses adult learners and higher education provided in a distance-delivery format; case studies centered on adult learners; library service and support needs; distance adult learners' expectations of library service support; potential resources for distance adult learners; and selected online learner resources. (Author/LRW)

Ten articles focusing on adult learning services in public libraries highlight global trends, support for intentional change, counseling and information needs of adult learners, adult learner services at Pratt Library and North York (Ontario) library, process of learning, administrative considerations, political factors, and implications for…

Using a broad definition of literacy as the skills needed to function effectively in society, the public library's role in providing job information is described. Specific examples of services providing career choice or change information, job-hunting skills, and career development skills in a number of public libraries are provided. (EM)

Examination of the library-learner dynamic within an environment of change defines literacy broadly and relates it to educational design. Libraries are placed within overall structure of the national education system and resulting cooperative efforts are described, as well as attributes of the adult and related stages of life development. (EM)