Florissant Valley Community College Library of 2020 (MOBIUS)

Susan Pruchnicki, AIA, LEED AP

Bond Wolfe Architects

John Furlong, Library Director

Florissant Valley Community College

Why rethink

Educational Space?

Learning in the

new knowledge

economy

Passive knowledge delivery

vs.

Constructivist active learning

Social life of students

Environment

What kind of new spaces support this model?

S T U D E N T S

P R O G R A M S

NEEDS

How do you create a

student specific library??

Supporting Different Learning Styles

20th Century vs. 21st Century Learning Model

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Re-education of non-traditional students

Addressing different learning styles + reinforcing message

Growth in students from non-college educated families

College no longer a single time period in adult life

Who is Florissant Valley Community College?

'Sage on Stage' vs. 'Guide on the Side'

Competitive job market

Collaborative work

Pervasive integration of technology

Constant cost-cutting

is the new reality

Problem solving vs.

rote memorization of facts

Interdisciplinary team work

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Verbal, written, visual

communications skills

Understanding how to do

relevant, accurate research

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The Florissant Valley Community

College Library of 2020

What we'll be sharing...

Why educational spaces are changing

How libraries can support this shift

Adapting solutions to specific student population

Natural Light

Flexibility

Pride of Place

Social life/work life integration

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Comfortable seating in a variety of choices

Engineering & Science Library Virtual Tour.” Engineering & Science Library. Photograph. 15 January, 2010. Queen’s University Library. 3 June, 2011. <http://library.queensu.ca/library/tour/engsci>.

Improves test scores and comprehension!

Margari, Paolo. “information commons @ sheffield university.” Flickr.com. Photograph. 12 July, 2007. Yahoo! Inc. 3 June, 2011.

Engaging students on

multiple levels

“Learning Spaces All Over Campus” 360 Magazine. Fall 2010 Issue 60: p 25.

Must-haves

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“Math Test.” Learning Commons Photos. Photograph. NCSU Libraries. 6 June, 2011. http://www.lib.ncsu.edu/learningcommons/images.php

“Mobile Laptop Stations.” Learning Commons Photos. Photograph. NCSU Libraries. 6 June, 2011. < http://www.lib.ncsu.edu/learningcommons/images.php>.

Temperature control

Access to restrooms

Privacy + security

Access to power outlets

A case study

Why your specific college community

needs are important:

Individual identity of the community

Shifting demographics

7,400 students

Assistance

Unique curriculum

Commuter campus

2

3

The importance of creating usable space for your students

Talk to the users

Understand the institutional goals of the college

4

Test

1

5

Report

6

Research demographics of

the student body

Wrapping Up Our Study

Transfer + career programs

• Reassurance
• Printers, copiers
• Software programs
• Research databases
• Classroom management software
• Education on plagarism

• Engineering & Technology
• Deaf Communications
• Art
• Childcare
• Training for green career pathways
• TSA Homeland Security Certificate & Associate's Degree in Homeland Security

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Bond Wolfe Architects

Courtesy of St. Louis Community College at Florissant Valley

“Alcove photo hi-res.” Learning Commons Photos. Photograph. NCSU Libraries. 6 June, 2011. <http://www.flickr.com/photos/pennwic/5635579422/in/photostream/>.

Shifts in demographics and curriculum

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Report back to administration

Make a case to long-term commitment to the library

Keeping the library relevant to the college community

Reach out to student groups

Engage faculty

Talk with staff

Talk with other librarians at similar institutions

Get samples and mock-ups of products and spaces

Visit other peer libraries and kick the tires

What needs to be done to support goals?

What are areas of growth?

What kind of research/programs are being supported?

What is the financial plan of the institution?

How has the student body changed?

What are the trends in the community?

Document what areas are most used in current facility

Document findings as well as process

Outline next steps

• Often first generation college students
• Underprepared for college
• Highest growth: Students over 21
• Most test into developmental Math, English & Reading
• Fewer writing intensive requirements, research papers
• Students opt for easier reading over academic resources

“Help.” Learning Commons Photos. Photograph. NCSU Libraries. 6 June, 2011.

< http://www.lib.ncsu.edu/learningcommons/images.php>.

Administration's focus

Quiet spaces to work

Obama's community college initiative

Non-traditional students

Retention and completion

Innovative Developmental Education

Small group collaboration

Collections

CliNKer. “Biblioteca Jose Vasconcelos/Vasconcelos Library.” Flickr.com. Photograph. 29 October, 2009. Yahoo!Inc. 3 June, 2011. < http://www.flickr.com/photos/photos_clinker/295038825/>.

Printed + Digital

Automated Retrieval System

Self Checkout

Popular Reading

IT Support

Academic Support Center

Textbooks

Tutoring Center Supplemental Instruction Writing + Research Centers

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< http://www.flickr.com/photos/tulanesally/3349979270/>.

G, Anne. “Learning Commons at GSU.” Flickr.com. Photograph. 14 May, 2008. Yahoo!Inc. 6 June, 2011. < http://www.flickr.com/photos/dolescum/2503834438/>.

The shifting role of the library

Digital device 'petting zoo'

Software Support

Hardware Support

Group Work/Study

More one-on-one instruction

Training on desktop programs

Heavy use of reserves and inter-library loans

St. Louis Community College at Florissant Valley

Staff Space

“Innovation Enters the Classroom” 360 Magazine. Fall 2010 Issue 60: p 5.

Fostering Idea Sharing Through:

• Sense of enclosure
• Flexible layout
• Techonology

“Overhead View of Work Stations.” Learning Commons Photos. Photograph. NCSU Libraries. 6 June, 2011. < http://www.lib.ncsu.edu/learningcommons/images.php>.

“A workroom.” Flickr.com. Photograph. 15 August, 2007. Yahoo!Inc. 6 June, 2011. <http://www.flickr.com/photos/78239079@N00/1208724213/>.

Offices Lounge Work Rooms

Individual Work/Study

Librarian Public Space

Questions?

“Reference Service.” Weldon Library Service Desk Renovation. Robinson, Jennifer. Photograph. 14 July, 2006. 3 June, 2011. <https://www.lib.uwo.ca/blogs/renovation/

where_to_find_what_right_now/>.

Welcoming + Barrier free

Foster Collaboration

Consider necessity of circulation desk

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Public + Private Areas

Silence is Golden!

Access to Technology is imperative

Services

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Presentation Rooms

NJLA: New Jersey Library Association. “Tutoring @ Long Branch Library.” Flickr.com. Photograph. 13 October, 2008. Yahoo!Inc. 6 June, 2011. <http://www.flickr.com/photos/njla/4008581208/>.

Tutoring

Writing

Research

Technology Support

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In Closing...

Proper Audio Visual equipment is neccessary

Systems

Classrooms

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"Innovation Enters the Classroom” 360 Magazine. Fall 2010 Issue 60: p 6.

Lighting HVAC Plumbing

Technology, Power + Data

Furniture and Finishes

Sustainable Design

Archiving System

Flexibility to incorporate various teaching methods

Seminar Rooms

Copy Center

Communication Rooms

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Video-conferencing

Online courses/distance learning

Radio station/podcasts

Video production/sound recording

Capabilities to...

Copy Print Scan

"Library Cafe." Photograph. University of New Have. 6 June, 2011. < http://www.newhaven.edu/library/general/JazzmanCafe/>.

Educational facilities are changing

to better meet needs of students and curriculum

Libraries are poised to foster active learning

through technology and flexible programming

Create a research plan to address

your college's specific objectives

Social Space

Lockers

Cafe

Media Lounge

Casual spaces for collaborative + individual study

Light dining

Exhibit space (for student/local art)

William & Mary Law Library. “Law Library Lockers.” Flickr.com. Photograph. 8 September, 2010. Yahoo!Inc. 6 June, 2011. <http://www.flickr.com/photos/wolflawlibrary/4971486905/>.