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Designing the Library Media Space

In this insightful piece by Kim Kadeem, explore the evolving design layout of school library media centers (LMCs). The design must cater to diverse student needs—facilitating group study, socialization, and access to technology. Key elements for a successful LMC include a trained librarian, a robust resource collection, and open, flexible spaces that promote transparency and visibility. Discover the myriad of design considerations that can enhance or hinder the educational experience and learn how transitioning spaces can lead to enriched learning environments.

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Designing the Library Media Space

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  1. Designing the Library Media Space By Kim Kadeem

  2. If this were your LMC, what do you think would be the positive and/or negative of this design layout?

  3. What did you notice?

  4. School libraries are transitioning from:

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  14. Physical attributes of an effective LMC There are areas for: • Group studying, • Gathering and socialization • Presentations and lectures • Special projects • Dedicated media or technology areas

  15. Open spaces with fewer corridors and partitions eliminates nooks & crannies that create hiding spaces and other security concerns • Glass walls can provide acoustic privacy while enhancing sight lines and security. • Transparency between public and semi-private spaces can reveal a spark of life within facilities

  16. The LMC program (mission and goals) Eight elements that ensures a strong school program: • a professionally trained, full-time teacher librarian • Adequate support staff • A strong collection (books, periodicals, online databases and references) that meet the needs of the schools instructional program • Students’ access to library resources and information within and beyond the physical library space

  17. A teacher-librarian who communicates and collaborates with teachers • A teacher-librarian who assists teachers in using information technology • A teacher-librarian who teaches students information literacy skills • The rich diverse resources, flexible spaces, technological tools and the expertise of the teacher-librarian provide a goldmine of assistive choices for teachers and students.

  18. Does the room make the library or the library make the room?

  19. Resources for redesigning or renovating the Library Media Center • AASL Resources Guides for School Library Media Program Development http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/aasl/aaslarchive/resourceguides/facilitiesaasl.cfm • Resources for School Librarians http://www.sldirectory.com/libsf/resf/building.html • National Clearinghouse for Educational Facilities http://www.edfacilities.org/rl/index.cfm • Whole Building Design Guide http://www.wbdg.org/design/educational.php

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