Designing Effective Library Learning Spaces in Higher Education

Patrick Blessinger editor Enakshi Sengupta editor Milton D Cox editor

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Emerald Publishing Limited

Published:16th Sep '20

Should be back in stock very soon

Designing Effective Library Learning Spaces in Higher Education cover

Modern academic libraries must respond not only to pedagogical changes, but to technological changes. Accommodating advances in technology into library space, design, and management is a critical challenge. How can modern libraries successfully integrate traditional learnings forms with digital ones?  This book presents case studies and empirical evidence which focus on the current landscape and future potential posed by the changing face of libraries. Readers are invited to learn how the re-modelling and new architectural design of existing libraries can revitalise the library space and inculcate digital literacy development within their walls. The authors offer an engaging account of how libraries’ meet users’ needs and utilize stakeholder inputs to design truly innovative library spaces.

‘This book provides case studies across the physical and virtual information landscape. The chapters offer theoretical context and practical guidance for considering, planning, actualizing, and assessing library learning spaces that are designed to meet 21st century access needs.’ -- Dr. J. Riley Caldwell-O’Keefe, PhD Director, Center for Teaching and Learning, Amherst College, USA
‘As this fascinating collection reveals, libraries are being transformed into vibrant active and virtual learning spaces. This timely book is inspiring and instructive for all concerned with the role of the contemporary academic library.’ -- Professor Digby Warren, Head of the Centre for Professional and Educational Development, London Metropolitan University, UK

ISBN: 9781839097836

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 435g

216 pages