Mapeamento das bibliotecas públicas municipais do estado de Alagoas

Abstract

Within the context of Information Science, there is the existence of the public library information unit, characterized as a typological segment of special interest to this domain. The public library has repercussions on the breadth of its social function as a cultural facility conducive to the appropriation of information, and its actions must therefore be linked to society. In this scenario, this research addresses fundamental presentations of concepts and historical aspects about the origins of the public library, bringing its relationship with Information Science and Librarianship itself. With regard to the objective, the research demonstrates aspects related to the current situation of public libraries in Alagoas, such as: services offered, collection issues, professional training of its agents, accessibility, among others, since it is for society that the public library provides its services. In terms of methodology, the research aims to carry out an exploratory study, based on the municipal public libraries in the state of Alagoas, delving into aspects that represent this existence. From this perspective, through a survey carried out using questionnaires, the particularities of the respondent institutions are highlighted. It also uses bibliographical and documentary research to provide a theoretical basis for the literature review. Therefore, the qualitativequantitative approach was chosen as the preponderant factor, firstly for the quantification of public libraries in Alagoas, and then for the appreciation of descriptive elements aimed at a theoretical contextualization of the specialized literature. Data was collected using theoretical elements considered pertinent in the predominant understanding of the literature selected as a theoretical repertoire, and practical elements, such as questionnaires, e-mails, websites, digital networks, among other means of contact considering the volume of responses. Checking the analyses resulting from this study, it is possible to highlight that, as Alagoas is made up of 102 municipalities, the study of public libraries requires a continuous effort, as there is a lack of different aspects in the reality of these 38 public libraries analyzed through this study. Therefore, this study is not intended to exhaust the discussions, but rather to stimulate interest in future research on the subject. It's safe to say that the public library represents a path of professional challenges, but also a social opportunity to broaden people's knowledge offerings. Therefore, it is understood that the public library implies the constitutional dimension of the Magna Carta in force in Brazil, which guarantees the right to information for the exercise of full citizenship. Finally, with respect for human diversity, the public library must take on a relevant role in contemporary society in order to foster culture, favoring spaces for interaction that reconcile dialogues through the records of knowledge.