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Article Information:
Title:
Supporting lifelong learning in public libraries across Europe
Author(s):
Juliet Eve, Margo de Groot, Anne-Marie Schmidt
Journal:
Year:
2007
Volume:
Issue:
Page:
393 - 406
DOI:
10.1108/00242530710750581
Publisher:
Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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Abstract:
Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to present findings from the European project PuLLS (Public Libraries in the Learning Society), funded by the EU's Socrates programme. Design/methodology approach – Describes a piece of action research, outlining the development and implementation of a model for delivering open learning to adult library users.
Findings – Details of the model, and the course developed and offered by partner libraries are described. Results suggest there is a significant role for libraries to play in supporting both ICT skills and wider information literacy learning.
Practical implications – Sharing of results may be useful for public libraries wishing to develop open learning facilities/develop audiences for lifelong learning. Suggests that libraries are beginning to move from a passive access approach to supporting learning to a more active approach in delivering library-generated content themselves.
Originality/value – The paper offers insights into supporting lifelong learning in public libraries across Europe.
Keywords:
Communication technologies,
Europe,
Information literacy,
Lifelong learning,
Public libraries
Article Type:
Case study
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Article URL:
www.emeraldinsight.com/10.1108/00242530710750581