learning commons at hkust library
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Learning Commons at HKUST Library. Edward Spodick IT and Services Infrastructure Manager Gabi Wong Learning Commons Manager. Learning Commons Accelerates L ibrary T ransformation. The Learning Commons Context. New learning modes. 4-year program. More group work. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
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Learning Commons at HKUST Library
Edward SpodickIT and Services Infrastructure Manager
Gabi WongLearning Commons Manager
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Learning Commons Accelerates Library Transformation
Context and information
How Learning Commons accelerates changes at HKUST Library
The ultimate power source for the transition
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The Learning Commons Context
New learning modes
New technology
New generation
The Push
4-year program
The Pull
More group work
More multimedia
More presentations
Active learning
Mobile communication
Mobile learning
Collection going digital
Our students
New program structure
Users population growth
Campus-wide building extension
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The Changing Library
Create more study rooms
Pilot Information Commons in 2006
Plan more presentation facilities and
services
Expand IC in 2009 Finish Library Extension in 2011
Open Learning Commons in 2012
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Learning Commons Timeline20
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Learning Commons Facts and Figures
• 1,800 sq. m.
• ~ 550 seats
• 17 Group Study Rooms
Space
• 2 E-Learning Classrooms
• Tutorial Spaces
Teaching Venues
• Windows PCs and Macs
• Interactive Projectors
• Touch-screen PC
• Networked copiers
Technology
• Production Studio
• Editing Suites
• Graphics Workshop
• Operated by PTC
Creative Media Zone
• Relaxing furniture
• Vending machines
Refreshment Zone
Space Accessible: 102 hours/weekOpen to 6am in exam period
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Learning Commons Features
Technology-rich
environment for teaching and learning
Integrated hub of student
services
A variety of spaces
Social and refreshment
areas
Late hours access
capability
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How do we use Learning Commons as an Accelerator for Library Transformation?
Reach out actively to our community
Rejuvenate staff profile
Reposition Library in the new learning landscape
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Reaching OutConsultation• Meetings• Visits• Focus groups• Open forums
Partnerships• Media production facilities and
expertise from Publishing Technology Center
• Others being formed
Promotion Tours• Jan – Feb 2012• Close to 30 tours; 200 people
from different units/departments• Students orientation
Generated interest
Established collaboration
Initiated on-going discussion
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Collaborations Established
Career programs for students Tutorial Pilot Computer center service outpost Library space for language
programs
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Collaboration Ideas Being Explored
Computer bridging courses Students’ artworks display Capstone project support Media support for students’ service learning Arts events Making e-learning objects Popular science events Showcase for students recruitment Personal development programs, …..
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How do we use Learning Commons as an Accelerator for Library Transformation?
Reach out actively to our community
Rejuvenate staff profile
Reposition Library in the new learning landscape
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Library Staff Redeployment
Management: Facilities, space, services
Development: Partnership, learning service, assessment
Support: systems and administration
Service points: LC Information Desk + IC Help Desk
Student Helpers and Security Guards
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Information Commons Help Desk (G/F) : 91 hours / week
Service Points Staff Hours
Learning Commons Information Desk (LG1): 97 hours / week
Library staff: 40 hours (41%)
Student helpers: 57 hours (59%)
Security Guard: daily 3-11 pm
Library staff: 44 hours (48%)
Student helpers: 47 hours (52%)
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Mobilizing
Cataloging, Acquisitions
Reference
Systems
Administration
Access
Collection Development, U. Archives
Learning Commons
Team
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Boost up Knowledge, Skills and Attitude
Information
Technology
Communi-cation
Leadership
Training Continues
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Staff takes up Challenges
Service front
Supervisory
Technology
New programs
Partners
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Library Team Is
Energized in spiritUpgraded in skills
Rejuvenated
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How do we use Learning Commons as an Accelerator for Library Transformation?
Reach out actively to our community
Rejuvenate staff profile
Reposition Library in the new learning landscape
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Eye-opening Library and Librarians
High quality space
Good technology management
The platform for synergy
The stage for active learning
Communication,
Collaboration
Critical Thinkin
g
Creativity
Information Literacy
Media literacy
Life and Career Skills
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A Demonstration of “Commons”
…. or, one good interpretation of it.
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How do we use Learning Commons as an Accelerator for Library Transformation?
Reach out actively to our community
Rejuvenate staff profile
Reposition Library in the new learning landscape
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ActiveUpgrading
Energized
Reposition
Rejuvenate
Reaching Out
Taking up Challenge
Learning Commons is Powered by the Whole Crew of Library Staff
Boost Up
Every Library Colleague is Involved
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Thank you
Edward Spodick, Gabi WongHKUST Library
http://library.ust.hk/lc/