Stop, Collaborate and Listen: Identifying Partnerships to Strengthen Your Library’s Relevance in the Community

Lisandra R Carmichael, Maria Atilano, Cat Silvers

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Abstract

Libraries are under pressure to demonstrate their value within their constantly evolving educational institutions or in their communities. The presenters will propose skills to strengthen library relevance that are applicable to all libraries: STOP – Evaluate where you are. Assess your current practices and determine areas for improvement. COLLABORATE - Identify opportunities for partnerships with organizations or groups whose goals align with yours. LISTEN - Garner feedback from users via social media and other platforms such as surveys and user interactions.

Presentation made at the FLA Annual Conference 2015

Original languageAmerican English
StatePublished - May 14 2015
EventFlorida Library Association Annual Conference 2015 - Orlando, United States
Duration: May 13 2015May 13 2015

Conference

ConferenceFlorida Library Association Annual Conference 2015
Abbreviated titleFLA Conference 2015
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityOrlando
Period5/13/155/13/15

Keywords

  • academic library

Disciplines

  • Library and Information Science

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