Types of Libraries Flashcards
Types of libraries
academic
school
public
special
Libraries may be in
digital or physical format
are libraries that are specifically established within educational institutions such as universities, colleges, and research institutions to support the academic needs of students, faculty, and researchers.
academic libraries
These libraries often provide specialized services, including research assistance, information literacy training, and access to academic databases and journals that are crucial for academic work.
academic libraries
They also frequently serve as hubs for collaborative work, offering study spaces, computer labs, and technology resources to enhance learning and research.
academic libraries
are community-focused libraries that provide free or low-cost access to information, resources, and services to the general public.
public libraries
open to everyone, regardless of age, background, or educational level, and they offer a broad range of materials, including books, magazines, newspapers, digital media, and online resources.
public libraries
are libraries within primary, elementary, middle, and high schools designed to support the educational goals of the school and foster a love for reading and learning among students.
school libraries
They provide age-appropriate resources, including books, magazines, educational games, and multimedia materials that complement the school’s curriculum and aid students in their studies.
school libraries
are libraries that serve a specific audience or focus on a specialized collection of materials, often within organizations like corporations, government agencies, hospitals, law firms, museums, or research institutions.
special libraries
are dedicated to meeting the unique needs of their users by providing highly specialized resources and services relevant to their field.
special libraries
