LibraryLearningCommons

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Enough laptops or desktop computers to comfortably accommodate multiple users and groups Enough tablet devices and wireless support to provide flexibility of learning groups Space for Skype or other real time interactions with experts in areas of study electrical outlets for students to "plug-in" throughout space. "home" for mobile device storage that allows for easy management of syncing and updating devices. -physical space configuration to accomodate both "solitary" and "group" access of information The physical layout of the LMC will change with the times. It should have a Barnes & Noble look. Huge hanging location signs. Bright warm inviting colors. There will be physical space in the LMC to support individual, small group and larger group work. The LMC will be fully networked. The LMC will serve as the hub of these information networks. Technology and traditional sources of information would sit side by side. LMC is the center of the information web. LMC need a different physical space to better support the digital researcher. The LMC is located so it is accessible from all classrooms. The LMC should have an outside entrance so it can be used for community functions evenings and weekends. Architects should design a 21st century high school LMC with an inviting appeal to students. The library (commons or learning center) will always have a place in schools. Students value a place to work in, collaborate in, access information in and seek TL support in. The LMC classroom area should have tables and chairs for two classes up to 36 students. The technology space should include 36 workstations and 36 portable laptops. The circulation desk should include 4 client terminals with inquiry and portal access. || Video production room Up-to-date video/sound technology Computer lab space for students to sit to type, create, edit material (not always a possiblity on a tablet device) Flexible space to meet the need of each school's specialty(language, STEM, G/T, Arts, etc.) Mac Lab w/printer -dedicated production area -sufficient devices to allow multi-modal production The 21st century LMC should have a video production room and a presentation area. || Mobile book shelves for easy reconfiguration of space as needed Mobile furniture (tables and chairs with castors) Webcam/Skype capabilities to collaborate with students/teachers at remote locations Sliding partitions/dividers to reshape space to accomodate needs of patrons space that accommodates multiple groups at once - whole classes and small groups should be able to function in the space at the same time. Planning Rooms - available for student groups or teacher groups Tech Lab and Learning Commons connected so that Media Specialist can move throughout spaces to aide student/teacher needs Planning for new LMC should involve administrative staff and media specialists. ||
 * ~ How should the physical space of the traditional school library adapt to provide a Library Learning Commons in order to provide a 21st century LMC program in terms of: ||
 * access of information || production of information || collaboration ||
 * High speed, wireless Internet access
 * Professional Development & Support Needed:
 * Administrative support for a Flexible Schedule for all school librarians
 * Opportunities to visit media centers that have successfully moved into these type of transitional spaces
 * Funding to provide for transition from a traditional library to a Library Learning Commons
 * Additional staffing in Library Learning Commons
 * Professional Development for teachers to introduce and explain benefits of Library Learning Commons compared to traditional library.
 * Funds ||
 * Obstacles:
 * Absence of a Flexible Schedule for librarians to be available for collaboration, production, and aiding in access to information
 * Absence of full-time, qualified assistants in school libraries
 * Fear of change
 * lack of competencies in existing as well as emerging technologies
 * Funding
 * Funding ||