“Seed Library”Service in American Public Libraries

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This paper introduces the “seed library” service among American public libraries which have popped up in the recent decade. Firstly, illustrates its background and origins. Then some general information about its operation models is provided, and the conduction process is described through
the case of the Pima County Public Library. At last, some thoughts on the service are put forward, and several suggestions for library improvement are given, as interaction with society, more attention to users’experience, as well as efforts to enhance readers’ ability for self-educated study and to acquire cooperation with other organizations.

Key words: Public library, Library service, Seed Library

Liu Han. “Seed Library”Service in American Public Libraries[J]. LIBRARY JOURNAL.

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