MORRISON AND MARY WILEY LIBRARY PUBLIC ACCESS
TO ELECTRONIC INFORMATION NETWORKS POLICY
ELECTRONIC NETWORKS AND THE LIBRARY’S
Libraries
make it possible for citizens to have access to the information they need
to make informed decisions. As a member of the Illinois Library and
Information Network ILLINET), the Morrison and Mary Wiley Library is committed
to networking, which represents good public policy by maximizing the use of the
resources of all types of libraries. Every
library user benefits from expanded access to information beyond the four walls
of the library building.
The
Morrison and Mary Wiley Library and all ILLINET libraries use electronic
information networks such as
the Internet for a variety of purposes:
1.
Access to shared automation systems that
provide bibliographic access to the
collections of the local
library and libraries in the region and across the state.
2.
Access to the wealth of information resources
available via the Internet.
3.
Access to general and specialized shared
licensed databases available to
ILLINET member libraries
through regional and statewide cooperative programs.
Internet
electronic mail service is available to patrons in libraries that elect to
offer this service. In many areas of
The Morrison and Mary Wiley Library has Wifi available
for patrons use. The library is equipped
with a wireless network which means that patrons may bring in their laptop
computer and connect to the internet.
RELATIONSHIP TO OTHER LIBRARY POLICIES
The
Morrison and Mary Wiley Library’s Policy for Access to Electronic
Information Networks is part
of the Morrison and Mary Wiley Library’s overall policy structure and should be
interpreted in conjunction with other existing policies. Copies of all Morrison and Mary Wiley Library
policies are available upon request from a library staff member.
“GLOBAL” VERSUS “LOCAL” RESOURCES
Most
resources available via the Internet and other electronic information
networks are “global”
resources rather than “local” resources.
The Morrison and Mary Wiley Library does not and cannot control the
information content available through global resources, such as information
obtained from outside sources via the Internet.
Internet resources enhance and supplement resources that are available
locally within the Morrison and Mary Wiley Library. Library users must be aware
that the Morrison and Mary Wiley Library does not exercise control over
information obtained via the Internet and must keep in mind the following
points when evaluating information obtained via the Internet.
MORRISON AND MARY WILEY LIBRARY PUBLIC ACCESS
TO ELECTRONIC INFORMATION NETWORKS POLICY (CONT.)
“GLOBAL” VERSUS “LOCAL” RESOURCES
1.
Information obtained via the Internet may or
may not be reliable and may or
may not be obtained from a
reliable source.
2.
Information obtained via the Internet may or
may not be accurate.
3.
Information obtained via the Internet may or
may not be current and up to date.
4. Links to
information on the Internet may not always be valid and particular
information sites on the
Internet may sometimes be unavailable. This
unavailability often occurs unpredictably.
5. Certain information obtained via the
Internet may be considered controversial by
some library patrons.
The Morrison
and Mary Wiley Library urges library patrons to be informed consumers
and carefully evaluate
information obtained via the Internet. Library
staff may be available to assist patrons in making judgments about the
reliability or currency of certain types of Internet information sources, but
are unable to provide definitive analysis of particular sources due to the
extremely large variety and volume of information available via the Internet.
The Morrison
and Mary Wiley Library is not responsible for damages, indirect or direct,
arising from a library patron’s use of Internet information resources.
LIBRARY PATRONS’ RIGHTS
Library
patrons have certain rights with respect to use of electronic information
networks
such as the Internet. The Morrison and Mary Wiley Library will work
with other libraries in the Illinois Library and Information Network to
preserve and protect these rights, subject to limitations imposed by licensing
and payment agreements with database providers.
Library
patrons have the right to confidentiality and privacy in the use of electronic
information networks to the
extent possible given certain constraints, such as proximity of other patrons
and staff in public access settings.
Library
patrons have the right to equitable access to electronic information networks.
Library
patrons have the right to access and read all Morrison and Mary Wiley Library
service policies and discuss
questions with appropriate library staff.
MORRISON AND MARY WILEY LIBRARY PUBLIC ACCESS
TO ELECTRONIC INFORMATION NETWORKS POLICY (CONT.)
PATRON ASSISTANCE AND INSTRUCTION
The library’s
staff may provide assistance to patrons in the use of electronic information
networks, as time and staff knowledge permits.
USE OF EQUIPMENT AND NETWORKS
The Morrison
and Mary Wiley Library requires that library patrons using electronic
information networks, such as
the Internet do so within the guidelines of acceptable use. The following activities are unacceptable:
Use
of electronic information networks for any purpose which results in the
harassment
of other users,
Destruction
of, damage to or unauthorized alteration of the Morrison and Mary Wiley
Library’s computer equipment
software or network security procedures
Use
of electronic information networks in any way which violates a federal or state
law,
Use
of electronic information networks in any way which violates licensing and
payment
agreements between Morrison
and Mary Wiley Library and network/database providers,
Unauthorized
duplication of copy-protected software or violation of software license
agreements
,
Violation
of system security,
Behaving
in a manner that is disruptive to other users, including but not limited to
overuse of computer equipment
which serves to deny access to other users.
Viewing
information or pictures which are unsuitable for children to view.
CHILDREN’S ACCESS TO ELECTRONIC INFORMATION NETWORKS
The Morrison
and Mary Wiley Library supports the right of all library users to access
information and will not deny
access to electronic information networks based solely on age.
The Morrison
and Mary Wiley Library recognizes that the electronic information
networks, such as the
Internet may contain material that is inappropriate for children. Parents are expected to monitor and supervise
their children’s use of the Internet. Library
staff is unable to monitor children’s use.
Parents are encouraged to discuss with their children issues of
appropriate use and electronic information network safety. Children under the age of 18 must have a
parent or guardian sign a permission form before they use the library
computers.
MORRISON AND MARY WILEY LIBRARY PUBLIC ACCESS
TO ELECTRONIC INFORMATION NETWORKS POLICY (CONT.)
LIBRARY PROCEDURES RELATING TO ELECTRONIC NETWORKS
The Morrison
and Mary Wiley Library has developed certain procedures to assist staff and
patrons in the use of electronic information resources. These procedures include (but are not
necessarily limited to) the following:
Priority
usage for accessing the library’s online catalog,
Thirty
minute time limits for access to allow use of resources by the maximum number
of
library patrons,
A $.20
per black and white page and $.50 per color page for printouts using computer
equipment owned by the
library,
School reports may be printed for $.10 per page for black
and white and $.25 per page for color,
Specific instructions for downloading including compliance with virus
protection
measures,
Restrictions
on the use of personal software on library computer equipment,
Patrons
must sign a User Agreement Form before they can use the computers.
Children
under the age of 18 must have a User’s Agreement Form signed by a parent or
guardian before they may use
library computers.
BREACH OF POLICY
Violation
of any aspect of this policy may result in the loss of use of library computer
privileges.
MORRISON AND MARY WILEY LIBRARY PUBLIC ACCESS
TO ELECTRONIC INFORMATION NETWORKS USER
AGREEMENT
Name (Please Print)
______________________
Last First
User Agreement
1. By printing my name on this User Agreement , I confirm
that I have read the policies
concerning the use of the Morrison
and Mary Wiley Library's Internet computers and agree to abide by the policies.
2. I agree to pay any repair or replacement costs of
equipment or software damaged by
myself or by minors for whom I am
responsible.
3. I understand that copyright laws restrict duplication
of copyrighted software and I
will follow all copyright laws.
4. I understand that if I fail to abide by the Morrison
and May Wiley Library's Internet
policies, I will lose eligibility
for use of this service.
5. I understand and acknowledge that the Internet
contains material of a controversial
nature including pornography,
obscenity, inflammatory or dangerous material and that the Morrison and May
Wiley Library has no control over the Internet and assumes no responsibility
for the content, quality, accuracy, currency or appropriateness of any Internet
resources.
As
the parent or guardian of
I give permission for my
child to use the Internet computers at the Morrison and Mary Wiley Library,
with the understanding that I am responsible for monitoring my child's
appropriate use of this service and that I am responsible for any damage that
may occur. I have read, understand and
agree to the above statements.
Parent or Guardian Signature:
Date: BIRTHDATE
OF CHILD: _________________________