University libraries and space in the digital world
Gespeichert in:
| Format: | Elektronisch E-Book |
|---|---|
| Sprache: | English |
| Veröffentlicht: |
Farnham, Surrey, England
Ashgate
[2012]
|
| Schlagworte: | |
| Online-Zugang: | FAW01 FAW02 |
| Tags: |
Tag hinzufügen
Keine Tags, Fügen Sie den ersten Tag hinzu!
|
| Beschreibung: | Includes bibliographical references and index Space in the university library : an introduction / Sarah Childs, Graham Matthews and Graham Walton -- Space in the university library : an historical perspective / John Feather -- The multifaceted place : current approaches to university library space / Olaf Eigenbrodt -- Library space and technology / Robert P. Holley -- Library space and print / Louise Jones -- From stronghold to threshold : new library and new opportunities / Chris Banks -- A great opportunity : redeveloping library space / Sheila Cannell -- Sharing space in university libraries / Leo Appleton -- University library staff accommodation : why space matters for the forgotten army / Jon Purcell -- Re-imagining space for learning in the university library / Peter Jamieson -- University libraries : research space / Terry B. Hill and Mohan Ramaswamy -- Evaluation of space and use : introduction / Graham Matthews -- A case study from Finland / Anne Lehto, Eija Poteri and Mirja Iivonen -- Sustainability in the library : "green" issues / Graham Matthews -- Space, use and university libraries : the future? / Sarah Childs, Graham Matthews and Graham Walton This timely book addresses physical space in university libraries in the digital age. It considers the history of the use of space, integrates case studies from around the world with theoretical perspectives, explores recent developments including new build and refurbishment. With users at the forefront, chapters cover different aspects of learning and research support provision, shared services, and evaluation of space initiatives. Library staff requirements and green issues are outlined. The book also looks to the future, identifying the key strategic issues and trends that will influence and shape future library spaces. The authors are international, senior university library managers and academics who provide a range of views and approaches and experience of individual projects and initiatives |
|---|---|
| ISBN: | 1409423832 9781409423836 9781283859585 1283859580 9781409472001 1409472000 9781409423829 1409423824 |