The Built Pedagogy Concept
The term "built pedagogy" was first introduced by Torin Monahan (Globalization, Technological Change, and Public Education) to refer to the relationship between the design of a physical space and the…
Archives Programming and Planning
Do you need to develop a unique, non-traditional learning space? One that provides access to a variety of digital and analog experiences. A few years ago, we developed a metaphor…
AI and Library Development
Creating and managing metadata is crucial for enhancing the discovery of resources within an organization. Our library management systems consultancy includes not only the development of a community of practice,…
Special Libraries: Return on Investment
Return on Investment It's becoming more expensive to operate a special library. According to Wordsrated, 2022 data shows that the average operating expenses per library is $765,715, an increase of…
How People Use Libraries
Changing Library Libraries have evolved over time to adapt to changing societal needs and technology advancements. Today, many libraries have computers and labs where students can do their homework, and…
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Build a Community for Learning
According to "What is a Community of Practice and How Can We Support It?" technology adoption, knowledge management, and learning have shifted from a cognitive view of learning to a…
Programming Library Interior Spaces
It's important to have clear library planning budget in place to ensure that the library design and aesthetic of the interior spaces is consistent with the overall design of the…
Why should you conduct an organization-wide library assessment?
Conducting an organization-wide library assessment to gather data and input regarding employee demographics, perspectives, and experiences can be a valuable way to understand the needs, concerns, and experiences of your…
Do you need a Library Workshop?
Library Planning There are many different ways to present and learn from your community, and it is important to consider the audience and the goals of the library planning project…
Strengthen the Library Design Team
Competing to be the Best It is not uncommon for there to be competition or tension between different professionals in the library design and construction fields. However, it is important…