International Journal of Academic Library and Information Science
IJALIS
ISSN: 2360-7858
Vol. 10(1), pp. 7-10. January, 2022.
ISSN: 2360-7858
https://doi.org/10.14662/ijalis2021495
Full Length Research
Funding of public libraries: issues and way forward
1Okeuhie Ndubuisi Stephen (MNIM), 2Ijeoma, Onyeka Anaele, 3Uzoma, Chinyere Ogbulubi, 4Okwuchi Nwankenmadu Catherine and 5Uyabeme Clementina, Nwakaego
1National Root Crops Research Institute Umudike.
2National Root Crops Research Institute Umudike.
3National Root Crops Research Institute Umudike.
4National Root Crops Research Institute Umudike.
5Federal University Technology, Owerri
Corresponding author 's E-mail: okeuhiendubu154@yahoo.com
Submission Date: 14 September 2021 Accepted 2 October 2021
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Abstract |
This study examined the funding of public libraries: Issues and way forward. The paper is guided by four (4) specific objectives. The study defined the concept of public library and also compared it with other types of libraries. Funding of public libraries was also discussed. The study further identified and discussed other alternatives funding for public libraries. The study therefore recommended that: Public libraries should be adequately funded so as to facilitate acquisition of information resources for utilization by the public. Staff of the public libraries should be well trained in the use of information and communication technologies. Management of public libraries should be linked up with the alternative ways to raise fund for public libraries.
Keywords: Concept of Funding, Public Libraries, Need for Funding Public Libraries, Alternative Funding for public Libraries, Issues and Way Forward for Public Libraries
| Cite This Article As: Okeuhie, N.S., Ijeoma, O.A., Uzoma, C.O., Okwuchi, N.C., Nwakaego, U.C (2022). Funding of public libraries: issues and way forward. Inter. J. Acad. Lib. Info. Sci. 10(1): 7-10 | |