Identifying the Related goals of Public Libraries in Upper National Documents of the Islamic Republic of Iran

Abstract

The aim of this study is to identify the scientific, educational, cultural and social major goals of public libraries in the vision document and the fifth and sixth development plans. Method: This descriptive study was conducted using the documentary method and the analytical content analysis is based on upstream documents of the Islamic Republic of Iran such as the vision document and development plans. Findings: The examination of documents on one hand shows that in some sections related to the public libraries goals, public libraries are not directly mentioned while some of these sections are pursued and implemented by the public libraries. On the other hand, with considering the goals and characteristics of the public library, it is possible to identify some sections in the upstream documents which are in relation to the goals and roles of the public library and also it is possible to design and implement the necessary measures for the operation of these sections by public libraries. Value: The present research can provide a clear picture of the major scientific, educational, cultural and social goals of the country relating to public libraries, while also positioning these libraries in the vision document and development plans, and it aims at identifying and defining new roles for public libraries in fulfilling the diverse scientific, educational, cultural and social goals of the country.

Keywords

• public libraries
• public library goals
• vision document
• fifth and sixth development plans