Masters in Education and ObizMedia have put together a highly informative infographic analysing the role of libraries and librarians in the United States.
For many people outside the information industry, librarians have the questionable reputation for being dusty old book worms, and libraries are dusty old buildings that haven't changed since the dawn of time. This intriguing infographic casts a new light on the topic and seeks to change this somewhat negative perspective.
Interesting US library facts:
- Every day more items are circulated in libraries than on Amazon
- Public library cardholders outnumber registered Amazon customers by 5 to 1
The facts, figures and information in the infographic are very convincing, and it clearly shows how much work librarians have to do to let people read books for 'free'.
When was the last time you visited your local library? I bet things have changed...
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