Correctional Libraries, Library Standards, and Diversity.

Shirley, Glennor L.

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ERIC Number: EJ669302

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 2003

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Correctional Libraries, Library Standards, and Diversity.

Shirley, Glennor L.

Journal of Correctional Education, v54 n2 p70-74 Jun 2003

Respondents to a survey of prison librarians (n=35) regarding how they cope with demands for materials and services related to diversity issues felt that adherence to Library Standards for Adult Correctional Institutions was often impeded by security concerns. Racial differences between library providers and prisoners was not considered relevant. (Contains 11 references.) (JOW)

Descriptors: Correctional Institutions, Cultural Pluralism, Library Services, Library Standards, Prison Libraries

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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Note: Special Edition: Diversity Issues in Correctional Education.