Public Library System in Ankara: A Quantitative Analysis

Abstract

This study investigates 42 public libraries in 25 central districts within the boundaries of Ankara Metropolitan Municipality in respect of five factors according to national and international standards quantitatively. The findings show that public libraries in Ankara are insufficient with respect to the number of buildings, users, staff and collection and also in terms of standards. Therefore, it has been suggested that an urgent planning is necessary for public libraries in Ankara.

Keywords

• Public library
• Public library-quantitative analysis
• Public library-user
• Public library-collection
• Public library-personnel
• Quantitative analysis
• Ankara