Library Resources and Services - Survey 1

This survey aims to identify the strengths and weaknesses of the library resources and services. The results will help the library build a better collection and maintain services in the most effective way.


  1. I know how to find a book in Library Catalog
    Yes
    No


  1. I know how to find a book or a magazine on shelf
    Yes
    No


  1. Which of the following resources do you use when doing research or looking for information:
    Library online collections (like EBSCO, World Book online, etc.)
    Library book collection
    Library collection of journals
    Google
    Wikipedia


  1. Which of these library online resources do you use the most?
    World Book Online
    EBSCOhost
    Kids Search
    Searchasarus
    BrainPop
    Facts on File
    Book Flix
    Questia
    Other


  1. If Other, then which one(s)?


  1. How would you rate the library's online resources listed in questions #4?
    I can find everything I need and more
    I can usually find what I need
    I can't find what I need most of the time
    The information is too hard to find


  1. I know how to use online library resources (1 means "I know it very well and can explain others" and 5 means "I have no idea")
    1 2 3 4 5


  1. I read articles and watch movies from online databases just for leisure time.
    Yes
    No


  1. I use the Internet links published on Library Web page (1 means "always " and 5 means "Never")
    1 2 3 4 5


  1. Library Web page: What sources published on the Library Web page have you found most helpful?


  1. Library Web page: What other information would you like to find on the Library web page that is not there now?


  1. Which library activities have you participated in and found interesting?
    Library Technology Week
    Visiting Author
    Book Club
    Other


  1. Which of the library services do you find helpful?
    Book display
    Book recommendation
    Reserve a book (placing holds)
    Suggestion of resources, including online collections and the Internet
    Library classes
    Information Literacy classes
    Web Cafe


  1. How do you choose a book?
    Take one from a display
    Ask my friend
    Ask librarian
    Read Book Recommendations
    Consult "What Should I Read Next" on the Library web page
    Other


  1. If other, explain:


  1. I know that (check all that apply)
    I can ask Librarian to reserve a book
    Librarians will always help me find materials
    I should not bring food to the library
    There are audio books in the library


  1. Write a few words about what you like most in the library


  1. Is there anything about the library you don't like, or would like to see changed?





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