MCO 1560.25 — Marine Corps Lifelong Learning Program (short Title: Ll Program)

MCO 1560.25 governs policies and standards for the Marine Corps General Library Program and its services.

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  • Publication number: MCO 1560.25
  • Title: MARINE CORPS LIFELONG LEARNING PROGRAM (SHORT TITLE: LL PROGRAM)
  • Date: 1 Sep 2010
  • Proponent: 01000 Military Personnel
  • Status: New

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It covers library collections, patron registration, technology, reporting, core standards, staffing, training, and operating requirements. It requires libraries to provide specified resources and services, maintain an Integrated Library System, submit annual reports, and meet facility and personnel standards.

Applies to: This Order is applicable to the Marine Corps Total Force.

Topics covered

  • General Library Program
  • Library collections
  • Integrated Library System
  • DOD Library Core Standards
  • Patron internet and email services
  • Library staffing standards
  • Annual General Library report

Questions and answers

What materials must Marine Corps General Libraries make available?

The General Library program shall be established on all Marine Corps installations to assemble, organize, pre~erve and make easily available unbiased collections of retrospective, current, and authoritative multimedia library materials. (paragraph 3)

How much of a library collection must support educational and professional materials?

Sixty (60) percent of the library collection shall be maintained in support of educational and professional materials with forty (40) percent in support of leisure and family interests. (paragraph 3)

What are the requirements for internet and email services in Marine Corps libraries?

Internet and email services shall be provided to all eligible patrons at no charge. (paragraph 8)

What must patrons do for each internet, email, or computer session?

Every patron is required to sign-in for each internet/email/computer session on the official computer use form approved by DC M&RA (MR). (paragraph 8)

What library system must every General Library maintain?

An Integrated Library System (ILS) shall be maintained in all General Libraries. (paragraph 8)

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