Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in Public Library Assessment

Authors

Bradley Wade Bishop
Lauren H. Mandel, University of Rhode IslandFollow
Charles R. McClure

Document Type

Article

Date of Original Version

3-2011

Abstract

This paper details three projects utilizing geographic information systems (GIS) in the assessment of public libraries. The benefits of GIS include the abilities to generate maps to convey more information than through other means and to allow for spatial analysis of library services. This paper includes specific examples of uses implemented by the authors. GIS allowed the authors to display data related to library service and identify various disparities across service areas. In addition, this paper discusses practical issues of GIS for library researchers and practitioners based upon the knowledge gained through the development of the three GIS projects discussed here.

Citation/Publisher Attribution

Bishop, Bradley Wade; Mandel, Lauren H.; and McClure, Charles R., "Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in Public Library Assessment" (2011). Information Science Faculty Publications. 2.

Available at: https://uknowledge.uky.edu/slis_facpub/2

Publisher Statement

This article was originally published in LIBRES.