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Explore key trends in New Jersey libraries from the 2012 Library Trustee Institute. Discover the impact of solo living, diversity, minority populations, digital differentiation, and caregiver aging. Discuss the influence of ebooks and the future of print books. Learn about essential 21st-century work skills for library professionals.
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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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