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The state-of-the-art: NCSU Libraries Learning Commons

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Title:

The state-of-the-art: NCSU Libraries Learning Commons

Author(s):

Mary Ellen Spencer

Journal:

Reference Services Review

Year:

2007

Volume:

35

Issue:

2

Page:

310 - 321


ISSN:

0090-7324


DOI:

10.1108/00907320710749218

Publisher:

Emerald Group Publishing Limited

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Abstract:

Purpose – This paper seeks to document and provide detailed information about physical space, technology resources and the service model for the NCSU Libraries' Learning Commons (LC). The LC was scheduled to open on March 12, 2007 and will be a state-of-the-art facility. The objective is to share information and best practices with academic libraries developing their own Commons.

Design/methodology/approach – The article includes a brief overview of the East Wing Renovations Project at the D.H. Hill Library as well as a profile of and interview with Joe Williams, Director of the Learning Commons at the NCSU Libraries.

Findings – Creative design of space, technology resources and services makes academic libraries central to the learning and research process.

Research limitations/implications – The piece is representative of one library only.

Practical implications – The article will encourage academic libraries to rethink their role in the learning process. The piece also provides practical information about technology trends in academic libraries and will be of particular use to libraries that are planning renovations projects.

Originality/value – The piece documents the creation of an innovative Learning Commons by a leading academic research library.

Keywords:

Academic libraries, Communication technologies, Learning, Library buildings, Reference services


Article Type:

Case study


Article URL:

http://www.emeraldinsight.com/10.1108/00907320710749218

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