New research into the nature and role of libraries confirms that libraries are here to stay as a vital part of our communities and that they are changing forever. The days of libraries being built around rooms full of books are drawing to a close. The new libraries feature digital reading, classes in technology use, places to do research using computers and safe havens for study and contemplation.
A majority of survey respondents believe that libraries need to emphasize the use of technologies, like computers, tablets and smartphones. They include the use of 3-D printers among the skills that libraries should teach. They also believe that libraries can play a role of helping people to learn what information they can rely on, something increasingly difficult in this age of social media. Follow this link for the report on libraries 2016.
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