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One important
leadership role for IMLS is to act as a clearinghouse for
information. By performing needed research and by publicizing
the activities of our grantees, IMLS helps museums and libraries
nationwide improve their service. These resources demonstrate
the creativity and ingenuity of our libraries and museums.
General Information on Ordering/Downloading
To receive paper copies of any publication, please
contact IMLS at imlsinfo@imls.gov.
Links are provided to electronic versions in PDF format.
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Designs
for Change: Libraries and Productive Aging
Format: PDF Download; 1.7MB
Description: As the first of the baby boomers
turn 60, public libraries are preparing to offer creative alternatives
to retirement to a generation notorious for their idealism and
activism. This report from the Americans for Libraries Council
(ALC) and IMLS offers guidelines, demographics, and examples
of model programs to public libraries interested in connecting
these active older adults to new opportunities for learning,
work, and community service.
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2007
Grant and Award Opportunities Guide
Format: PDF Download; 236KB
Description: This guide provides a succinct
overview of the Institute’s FY2007 programs, useful tips
and tools you can use to develop competitive grant applications,
and staff contact information for each program.
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Status
of Technology and Digitization in the Nation's Museums and Libraries
Format: Web page
Description:
In 2001, the Institute conducted the first-ever study of the
status of new technology adoption and digitization in the nation’s
museums and libraries.This second study seeks to dig deeper
and find out more about how and why our cultural institutions
use technology and digitize their collections.
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