LIS S574 Paseo 6.2 Build a Plan: The Spaces

The library I would design would have clearly delineated spaces that allow for freedom from distractions.


The classroom area, equipped with computers, I-Pads and and a Promethean Board, would have ergonomic seating and sound insulation.  It wouldn't become storage or the auxiliary reference section and it would have it's own climate control. There we would spend more time teaching the research model, citations, information seeking and how to evaluate sources.  Finally, the room would be big enough to accommodate a room of 30 5th graders and the necessary personal space bubble that keeps the emotional climate of the room in check.


I made a Pinterest Pin Board of some ideas for a media center classroom area.


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The study area of the library would be separate from the classroom area and the browsing or story area. There would be lots of natural light and once again, careful insulation and climate control to keep everyone comfortable and attentive. I would love to add a soothing, not too loud, water feature to help enhance the calm atmosphere.  This would ideally be a place where teachers and students alike could do silent solo work or whispered collaborations. Check out my Pin Board below for a few ideas.


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The main part of the library with the shelves, the circulation desk, the catalog computers, and the story area could be one open area. It's great for patrons to hear the stories being read as they browse. It's free entertainment! It also encourages people to read something different than they might typically choose if they hear something new and different that grabs their attention. This part of the library I designed would be down right whimsical. It would have lots of light, some outdoors in and plenty of cool places to relax and read, read, read.


Get ready to check out the awesomeness in the following Pin Board:


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