GLC Library Program Administration 2

Question 1

When developing a library's strategic plan, which step should occur FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Conduct an environmental scan

Answer

An environmental scan (SWOT analysis, community needs assessment) must precede all other planning steps so the strategy is grounded in reality.

Question 2

A Georgia public library wishes to reallocate funds from one budget line to another mid-year. What is generally required?

Accepted Answer

Board approval and possible governing authority notification

Answer

Mid-year budget transfers typically require board approval and may require notification to the county or municipal governing authority per Georgia fiscal policies.

Question 3

Which federal legislation most directly governs how libraries receiving E-rate funding must filter internet content?

Accepted Answer

CIPA

Answer

The Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA) requires libraries receiving E-rate or LSTA funds to install internet filters on all public computers.

Question 4

A library director wants to evaluate program effectiveness. Which measurement best indicates outcome rather than output?

Accepted Answer

Percentage of children who demonstrate improved pre-literacy skills

Answer

Outcomes measure changes in knowledge, skills, or behavior in participants, unlike outputs which merely count activities or attendance.

Question 5

Under Georgia law, library board members of a county public library are typically appointed by whom?

Accepted Answer

The county board of commissioners

Answer

Georgia county public library board members are generally appointed by the county board of commissioners, which holds governing authority.

(GLC) Georgia Librarian Certification Practice Test

(GLC) Georgia Librarian Certification Practice Test

GLC Library Program Administration 2