Three aspects of the problem of library reorganization are considered with specific reference to scientific and technological libraries: the politics of centralization; the concept of accessibility; and the interaction of science and technology. (28 references) (Author)

Suggestions for enticing the public into libraries are presented. (1 reference) (SM)

An argument is presented in favor of finding new methods of measuring-evaluating-library performance. (3 references) (SM)

A look at possible ways to develop and organize a library resources center. (AK)

The first proposals for serious research at Lancaster were made some six years ago: the intention was to investigate the real needs of the library users and the best ways of meeting these needs. This article summarizes past, present and possible future activities in this field. (Author/NH)

The newly independent countries of Africa are about to make a significant contribution to international library development. The route suggested by Unesco is the planning of the totality of library services within the context of national development. (8 references) (Author/MM)

The first part of this article is a brief review of some problems involved in analyzing social change. The second part discusses two cases that may be useful in library planning. (12 references) (Author/NH)

Functions and form are the basis ofpast and present legislation relating to state libraries. Legislation adds to, or revises, but seldon drops any state library agency functions. The legislative shifting of functions from one government unit to another, and back again, indicates uncertainty as to which is most effective. (Author/NH)

Illustrates how basic principles of marketing and strategic market planning can be applied to libraries and discusses some concepts of strategic planning (organization mission, objectives and goals, growth strategy, program portfolio plan) and marketing (opportunity analysis, target market selection, marketing mix strategy, marketing systems…

Describes a set of special programs for adolescents which have been sponsored by the Smithtown, New York, Public Library. The 12 programs outlined (one for each month of the year) include a summer jobs seminar, a swap shop, a music festival, a game tournament, and a summer sailing presentation. (JL)

Explores the increasing difficulty that library decision-makers will face in proving the value of libraries to society, and suggests appropriate questions that they will want to ask in their use of community analysis. (Author/PF)

Using a new type of management called consultative, with data available from library-wide automated systems providing the basis for use and user surveys and analysis, each professional librarian participates in the decision-making and problem-solving functions within the library organization at the University of Guelph, Ontario Library. (Author/PF)

Intellectual, administrative, and financial problems are apparent for libraries in schools with interdisciplinary studies. Cooperation is needed for the most effective acquisition and organization of materials. (Author/PG)