Infopeople - Archive June 1994 to June 1995: Public libraries and the internet

Public libraries and the internet

Cecil Andrews (candrews@redshift.com)
Tue, 25 Apr 1995 22:20:38 -0700

I recently received the following in email. Would someone please respond
and give some help to your library comrad in Ohio?

>... suggested that you might be able to help me with my library's
>(Lane
>Public Library in Hamilton OH)introduction of Internet services to staff and
>public.
>
>Specifically, I am looking for examples of policies relating to staff use
of the
>internet.
>
>Also, can you give me any guidance on the best way to train staff on using
>the Net?
>Our staff ranges widely in computer literacy and comfort. Already there is
>a great
>deal of apprehension on the part of some about their ability to use it. I am
>convinced everyone has the ability, it is just they need the right
training and
>support to make it happen.
>
>Thank you if you can provide any pointers -- and if I can share any of my
>findings
>I would be glad to help.
>
>debra@iglou.com
>
>
Cecil Andrews,Information Systems Manager, City of Seaside
Community Partner, InfoPeople Project, Seaside Library
Voice: (408) 899-6249
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