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This paper introduces the concept of new learning spaces in academic libraries in the UK and how they are designed. The different grids at the University of Warwick are examples for a new trend of developing specific services for different user groups. The architects focused in their design on physical flexibility, newest information technology and contemporary design.
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Learning and Research Grids New designs for study and research
Chancen 2010 Tina Hohmann
Learning Grid: Background
• Warwick University
• Pool of student services
• Self-directed learning
• Learning as a social process
Learning Grid: Concept
• One-stop-Shop
• Blended Learning
• Student Ownership
Learning Grid: Design
• MJP Architects
• Open plan
• Flexibility
• Inspiring Atmosphere
Learning Grid: Design
• Colours
• Curved Screens
• Compatible Furniture
Learning Grid: Spaces
„where each can create their own learning experience“
Learning Grid: Spaces
„where each can create their own learning experience“
Learning Grid: Facilities
• Presentation Rooms
• Professionalism
• Smart Boards
• White Boards
• Floor power sockets
Learning Grid: Staff
• Student Advisors
• Extensive training
• Facilitators
• Key Factor
Learning Grid: Results
• 1.500 – 2.000 visitors/day
• Higher motivation
• Improved study results
• Comfort Elements
• Value and Ownership
Research Grid: Background
• Refurbishment of the main library
• Compact shelving frees up space
• Development of new services
Research Grid: Background
• Promotion of research
• Funding from Wolfson-Research fund
• Social isolation of research staff
• Request for social and intellectual exchange and individual support
Research Grid: Concept
• Interdisciplinary exchange
• Individual work stations
• Individual Support
• Social Exchange
• Events
Research Grid: Spaces
Research Grid: Spaces
Research Grid: Facilities
• “Creative wall”
• Professional appearance
• Colour-schemed
Research Grid: Results
• Promoting research
• Very popular with Master students, not so much with staff
• Events very successful
Teaching Grid: Concept
• „what we need is a Teaching Grid“
• Meeting point and Support
• Workshops
• Space for Teaching techniques
Teaching Grid: Design
Teaching Grid: Spaces
http://www2.warwick.ac.uk/services/library/teachinggrid/what_is_the_teaching_grid/video
Teaching Grid: Design
• Transparency
• Flexibility
• Multi-functionality
Teaching Grid: Results
• Meeting point and support for Teaching staff
• Innovative Teaching space
Summary
Concept• Specific services for
different user groups: Segmentation and User-centredStudent-Ownership
• Specific staffing Advisor
• Physical and Virtual Forum „Window on Research“
• Combination space and technology
Design• Inspiring Atmosphere
• Flexibility
• Transparency
• High Quality: Furniture, colours...
• High technology facilities
Securing the future of the library with innovative specific services and design
The Future?
InQBate, University of Sussex
Thank you.
Questions?
Images/Plans
Warwick: Tina Hohmann, Warwick Library, JISC, MJP Architects
Sussex: Tina Hohmann
Chancen 2010 Essen 4.2.2010 Tina Hohmann
