Universal Design: A Practical Guide to Creating and Re-Creating interiors of Academic Libraries for Teaching, Learning, and Research
Universal Design provides practitioners, graduate students, and other professionals interested in obtaining practical advice on how to effectively create and re-create interiors of academic libraries for teaching, learning, and research. The academic library 'as place' continues to evolve around the idea that the existing environment can have multiple uses. Partnerships with other college and university agencies, such as centers for teaching excellence and writing centers have compatible missions with those of academic libraries. Established within the building-proper these facilities will better serve students and faculty. The book fills the need for current information about how to effectively design and re-design academic library spaces to meet the ever-changing needs for today's and tomorrow's students, faculty, and researchers. - Provides practical advice that can be applied immediately - Includes brief and to-the-point explanations and information for the time-crunched reader - Easy-to-locate references are provided if the reader seeks additional information
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Universal Design: A Practical Guide to Creating and Re-Creating interiors of Academic Libraries for Teaching, Learning, and Research
Universal Design provides practitioners, graduate students, and other professionals interested in obtaining practical advice on how to effectively create and re-create interiors of academic libraries for teaching, learning, and research. The academic library 'as place' continues to evolve around the idea that the existing environment can have multiple uses. Partnerships with other college and university agencies, such as centers for teaching excellence and writing centers have compatible missions with those of academic libraries. Established within the building-proper these facilities will better serve students and faculty. The book fills the need for current information about how to effectively design and re-design academic library spaces to meet the ever-changing needs for today's and tomorrow's students, faculty, and researchers. - Provides practical advice that can be applied immediately - Includes brief and to-the-point explanations and information for the time-crunched reader - Easy-to-locate references are provided if the reader seeks additional information
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Universal Design: A Practical Guide to Creating and Re-Creating interiors of Academic Libraries for Teaching, Learning, and Research

Universal Design: A Practical Guide to Creating and Re-Creating interiors of Academic Libraries for Teaching, Learning, and Research

by Gail Staines
Universal Design: A Practical Guide to Creating and Re-Creating interiors of Academic Libraries for Teaching, Learning, and Research
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Universal Design: A Practical Guide to Creating and Re-Creating interiors of Academic Libraries for Teaching, Learning, and Research

Universal Design: A Practical Guide to Creating and Re-Creating interiors of Academic Libraries for Teaching, Learning, and Research

by Gail Staines

Overview

Universal Design provides practitioners, graduate students, and other professionals interested in obtaining practical advice on how to effectively create and re-create interiors of academic libraries for teaching, learning, and research. The academic library 'as place' continues to evolve around the idea that the existing environment can have multiple uses. Partnerships with other college and university agencies, such as centers for teaching excellence and writing centers have compatible missions with those of academic libraries. Established within the building-proper these facilities will better serve students and faculty. The book fills the need for current information about how to effectively design and re-design academic library spaces to meet the ever-changing needs for today's and tomorrow's students, faculty, and researchers. - Provides practical advice that can be applied immediately - Includes brief and to-the-point explanations and information for the time-crunched reader - Easy-to-locate references are provided if the reader seeks additional information

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781780633077
Publisher: Chandos Publishing
Publication date: 07/05/2012
Series: Chandos Information Professional Series
Sold by: Barnes & Noble
Format: eBook
Pages: 176
File size: 2 MB

About the Author

Gail M. Staines, MLS, Ph.D., is Assistant Vice President for University Libraries at Saint Louis University, St Louis, Missouri. Previously she served as the Executive Director of the Western New York Library Resources Council and was visiting lecturer at University at Buffalo Department of Library and Information Studies. In 2004, the Library Journal recognised her contribution to the library sciences with their 'Mover & Shaker' award. Gail is a frequent national and international presenter, author of several articles and co-author of a number of books.
Gail M. Staines, MLS, Ph.D., is Assistant Vice President for University Libraries at Saint Louis University, St Louis, Missouri. Previously she served as the Executive Director of the Western New York Library Resources Council and was visiting lecturer at University at Buffalo Department of Library and Information Studies. In 2004, the Library Journal recognised her contribution to the library sciences with their ‘Mover & Shaker’ award. Gail is a frequent national and international presenter, author of several articles and co-author of a number of books.

Table of Contents

List of figures Acknowledgments Preface About the author Chapter 1: Why interior design matters Abstract: Introduction The importance of interior design What is Universal Design? Designing for today's users Current thinking in academic library design Conclusion Chapter 2: Creating user-centered spaces in academic libraries Abstract: Introduction Getting started Strategies for gathering ideas Gathering input Developing a concept plan Concept plan in action A note of caution Next steps Conclusion Chapter 3: Universally-friendly spaces Abstract: Introduction Of rules, regulations and standards Universal-friendliness The importance of color Flooring selection and care A place to sit Lighting to task A look at security Interior comfort Conclusion Chapter 4: Universal Design of learning spaces Abstract: Introduction Universal Design of learning spaces Conclusion Chapter 5: Potential collaborations Abstract: Introduction Determining the best collaborators Conclusion Chapter 6: Transforming spaces through the use of vignettes Abstract: Introduction Vignette 1: the reference desk dilemma Vignette 2: meeting the demand for group study areas Vignette 3: replacing the 40-year old floor Vignette 4: reinventing staff space Vignette 5: don't over-design social and learning spaces Conclusion Chapter 7: Conclusion Abstract: Introduction Challenges Trending Planning Continued relevance Specific take-aways Conclusion Bibliography Index
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