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Explore the latest trends at the New Jersey Library Trustee Institute in June 2012, including the impact of diversity, minority population growth, digital differentiation, and the evolving role of libraries in the 21st century. Discover insights on caregiver support, internet access challenges, and the transition to digital information resources. Stay ahead in the #ebook wars and learn about visionary planning for the future of libraries in a rapidly changing environment.
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Trends for Libraries New Jersey Library Trustee Institute June 2012
America’s ethnicity changing quickly and dramatically Minority population: 34% of total population; 50% by 2042 Minority business start-ups 2x the national rate Diversity & Immigration
Caregivers Caregivers
32 million+ adults have very low literacy skills 36% of Americans lack internet access at home Internet access vs. Internet use Digital Differentiation
21st Century Work Skills • Creative, problem-solver • Collaborative • Change-master • Understands systems • Processes info rapidly 1
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