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Tally Observations Tuesday 10/2/12
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Data Analysis for William T. Cosby Library
Presented by Students of The University of North Texas
1. Tally observation results Three day period (Tuesday, Thursday, &
Sunday) Library Activity breakdown
1. Personal Technology2. Study/Work3. Reading4. Library Technology
2. Patron Questionnaire results Responses and data addressed
3. Conclusion
Overview
Tally Observations Tuesday 10/2/12
81
23
412. Personal Technology
Laptop (81)
Smart Phone (23)
Tablet (4)
Other device (1)
30
9831
50
1. Study/Work
Study Room (30)
Studying (98)
Attend Program (31)
Collaborating (50)
28
52
28
34. Reading
Books (28)
Magazines (5)
Newspapers (2)
Quiet Reading Room (28)
Other (circlua-tion, info desk, etc.) (3)
66
3 213. Library Technology
Internet Com-puters (66)
Info-Stations (3)
Email Computers (2)
Catalog Com-puters (1)
AWE Program (0)
Tally Observations Thursday 10/4/12
31
52
3. Personal Technology
Laptop (31)Smart Phone (5)Tablet (2)Other device (0)
21
56
19
1. Study/Work
Study Room (21)Studying (56)Attend Program (0)Colllaborating (19)
27
51
15
54. Reading
Books (27)Magazines (5)Newspapers (1)Quiet Reading Room (15)Other (Circula-tion, Info desk, etc.)(5)
34
11
4
5
2. Library TechnologyInternet Computers (34)Info-Stations (1)Email Com-puters (1)Catalog Computers (4)AWE Program (5)
Tally Observations Sunday 10/7/12
33
81
3. Personal Technology
Laptop (33)Smart Phone (8)Tablet (1)Other device (0)
2
30
30
16
1. Study/WorkStudy Room (2)Studying (30)Attend Program (30)Collaborating (16)
21
51
10
4
4. ReadingBooks (21)Magazines (5)Newspapers (1)Quiet Reading Room (10)Other (circlua-tion, info desk, etc.) (4)
54
63 3
2. Library TechnologyInternet Com-puters (54)Info-Stations (6)Email Computers (0)Catalog Com-puters (3)AWE Program (3)
Patron Usage by Day and Time
2:00pm 3:00pm 4:00pm 4:30pm 5:00pm 5:30pm 6:00pm 6:30pm 7:30pm0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
160
48
63
82
35
6469
9998
124
89
148
Library Activity
10/2/2012 (Tuesday)10/4/2012 (Thursday)10/7/2012 (Sunday)
Patr
ons
Q-1 In the past three months how often did you visit the library
21%
41%
14%
9%
9%
5%
Daily (20%)Weekly (41%)Biweekly (14%)Monthly (9%)Once or Twice in the past 3 months (9%)No visits in the past 3 months (5%)
Most popular answers Borrow/Return books – 84 Study/Work - 68 Audio/Video – 18 Tutoring – 15 Use Library Computer – 14 Read – 13 Pick up hold item – 12 Children’s recreation – 11 Research - 10
Q-2 Why did you visit the library today
Age Range of Patron Questionnaire
24%
5%
6%
27%
20%
10%
6% 2%
13-17 (24%)
18-24 (5%)
25-34 (6%)
35-44 (27%)
45-54 (20%)
55-64 (10%)
65-74 (6%)
75+ (2%)
Please Choose the five library services you use
the most
Question 3
Top ranked answers for ages 13-17
1.Study or work2. Borrow reading materials for teens3. Access free Wi-Fi on a personal device4. Meet and gather with others5. Borrow movies
Other comments Want more group space More quiet places to study
Top ranked answers for ages 18-24
1.Study or work2. Access free Wi-Fi on a personal device3. Borrow reading materials for children4. Borrow reading materials for adults5. Research a specific topic
Top ranked answers for ages 25-34
1.Study or work2. Pick up items on hold3. Borrow reading materials for children4. Borrow reading materials for adults5. Use a library computer
Top ranked answers for ages 35-441.Borrow reading materials for children2. Borrow reading materials for adults3. Borrow reading materials for teens4. Borrow movies5. Pick up items on hold
Other Comments: Extend library hours during weekends More quiet areas to work
Top ranked answers for ages 45-54
1. Borrow reading materials for adults2. Borrow reading materials for children3. Borrow movies4. Study or work5. Access to free Wi-Fi on a personal device
Other Comments More E-books More quiet rooms Increase programs for special needs children Increase collection of books about different cultures
Top ranked answers for ages 55-64
1.Borrow reading materials for adults2. Borrow movies3. Pick up items on hold4. Research a specific topic5. Study or work
Other Comments More tables or study areas Area for eating
Top ranked answers for ages 65-74
1.Study or work2. Borrow movies/Rent teen books3. Borrow books for children4. Pick up items on hold5. Use computer
Other Comments More quiet areas Drive through book drop
Top ranked answers for ages 75+
1.Borrow reading materials for adults2. Pick up items on hold3. Attend programs /classes4. Study or work5. Read newspapers/magazines
Other Comments More quiet areas
Top Five answers1. Increased availability of newer materials2. Increased materials for adults3. Drive through book drop4. Increased materials for teens5. Increased materials for children
Every answer had at least 30 votes
Q-4 Which service enhancements would encourage you to use the
library more often
Assistance with job searches More access to public computers Availability of items to download onto
personal devices More meeting/study rooms or group spaces
Other popular answers for service enhancements
William T. Cozby Library
MissionThe William T. Cozby Public Library’s mission is to
nurture and sustain a family community for a lifetime by providing innovative, exceptional service and access to learning, information and enrichment.
Vision The William T. Cozby Public Library inspires an
informed, educated family community.
CONCLUSION
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