Shanghai Public Libraries and Lifelong Education

Abstract

Currently, development of the knowledge economy and global cities are becoming indispensable themes for the development of society. Within this trend, public libraries are playing increasingly crucial roles. In this new era, how to create a powerful library system to stimulate the development of the city and society is one of the key projects focused on by the public and authorities. This paper will thoroughly discuss the features, styles, functions and developments of lifelong education offered by the public library by examining lifelong education elements and socio-educational services of the Shanghai Library. Furthermore, it will discuss the status and influence of Shanghai Library's lifelong education services on the developments of Shanghai City.