Overview

"Addressing the needs of new adults—those ages 18–29—in the library is an important challenge. This book explains the needs and wants of new adults in the public library setting and identifies their preferences in physical space, programming, and technology. According to the Pew Research Center's 2015 Libraries at the Crossroads Report, 52 percent of people between the ages of 16 and 29 visited a bookmobile or library within the past year. Yet many public libraries' programming and outreach skip over this demographic, jumping from teen services to older adults. Library Programs and Services for New Adults provides a road map for including new adults into the family of the small public library and offers a variety of resources and programming ideas that librarians can use immediately. Author Kyla Hunt—a library technology and trends specialist—explains why the needs of new adults are typically overlooked at public libraries, defines who ""new adults"" are, and explains why serving their needs is key to the success of today's public libraries. Readers will come away with an in-depth understanding of the mindset and needs of patrons who are 18 to 29 years old and be able to cater to their preferences as they pertain to physical space, programming, technology, and marketing."

Full Product Details

Author:   Kyla Hunt
Publisher:   Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
Imprint:   Libraries Unlimited Inc
Weight:   0.284kg
ISBN:  

9781440854170

ISBN 10:   1440854173
Pages:   162
Publication Date:   06 October 2017
Recommended Age:   From 7 to 17 years
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  College/higher education ,  Professional & Vocational ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand  
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Table of Contents

"Introduction 1 What Is a New Adult? How Old Are New Adults? Defining New Adults Why ""New"" Adults? What Skills Do Emerging Adults Need as New Adults? All New Adults Are Not the Same What Can Libraries Do to Help? Bibliography 2 Expelled from Teen Services, Where Do New Adults Go? Offer Adaptable Teen Programming Make Exceptions (Within Reason) Avoid Specifying an Age Range Think about Book Placement Bibliography 3 What the New Adult Wants from the Library Computer and Internet Access Needs Solutions Emerging Technologies Needs Solutions Books to Borrow Needs Solutions Research Resources Needs Solutions Quiet Sitting Spaces Needs Solutions Programming for the Children of New Adults Needs Solutions Jobs and Career Resources Needs Solutions Bibliography 4 The Physical Space and the New Adult Are Separate Spaces Necessary? Consider Where and How Your Stacks Are Laid Out Signage Matters for New Adults, Too New Adults Respond to Aesthetics and Visuals Bibliography 5 Collection Considerations: What Comes after YA? Let Go of the Age Restrictions, Part 2 YA Titles New Adult Genre Book Groups Book Club Resources Online Book Clubs Bibliography 6 The Importance of Technology and Art New Adults as Computer Beginners Internet Access Raspberry Pi, Arduinos, and 3D Printers Coding Programming/Hour of Code Art and Creation Book Art Coloring Books Bibliography 7 Reaching Out—Marketing Considerations User-Generated Content Social Media Snapchat Instagram Twitter and Facebook Email Embedded Librarianship Bibliography 8 Scanning Your Website with the New Adult in Mind It's Not All About Practicality Create Curated Lists Using Multiple Tabs Tasks Must Be Purposeful Make Sure Your Website Is Scannable Difference between a Scannable and Nonscannable Site Do You Need a New Adults Only Section? Bibliography 9 Job Seekers: Job-Focused Programming for New Adults Resume Roundtable What You Need Job Fair Define the Program Volunteers from the Community Career Websites Online Career Resources Job and Internship Search Tools Computer Skills Introduction for Job Seekers What You Need Basic Computer Skills Resources Childcare Basics for New Adults What You Need Bibliography 10 Money, Money, Money: Financial Guidance and Resources for the New Adult Provide Up-to-Date Financial Materials in Your Collection Books and eBooks Databases Curate Online Financial Resources on Your Websites Existing Online Curations Financial Terms and Tips Credit and Financial Safety Accounts Income Taxes Provide Access to Financial Literacy Programs and Guest Speakers Learning to Adult: Financial Basics Workshop Bibliography 11 Unique and Genuine: Attracting New Adults with Fun Programming Fan Conventions What You Need Example Program from the Art Institute of Fort Worth Bibliography 12 Connections: New Adults, Relationships, and the Library Challenge #1: Introversion and Social Anxiety Solutions Challenge #2: Moving to a New Area Solutions Challenge #3: Finding the Time for Relationships Solutions Challenge #4: Moving Away from the Bar Scene Solutions Challenge #5: Maintaining Healthy Relationships Solutions Workshops and Discussions Solutions Bibliography Glossary Further Reading Index"

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Library Programs and Services for New Adults will be useful for librarians with a new adult population. Information here will also be helpful for academic librarians in college towns seeking engagement and practical life skills for students. Recommended. - ARBA

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Kyla Hunt serves as the Library Management Consultant for the Texas State Library and Archives Commission.

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