Program(Vol.35 No.2)

Three-year Library Development Plan 2003 Progress Report Abstract In 2002, Taiwan introduced a 'Three-year Library Development Plan: Building the Foundation of Knowledge Resources.' The plan seeks to strengthen the functions of domestic libraries and enhance the information ability of the public. The program has seven specific objectives: to promote cooperative collections, convert Chinese documents to digital format, facilitate information use, develop professional standards for librarians, promote professional training, and pursue sound library development. The major work items of the program include cooperative development of library collection resources, creation and operation of library information systems, library utilization and information education, promotion of reading, drafting of professional standards for libraries, and strengthening guidance in library operations. Within each of these seven major work categories are various annual subplans whose number and scale vary according to the available budget in a given year.