Library of the Future - LAUSD Case Study

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LAUSD Asset Management I Master PlanningAugust2011

Library Case StudyLos Angeles Unified School DistrictAsset Management I Master Planning

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Library Remodel

Shown is a typical library project at e

High Schools and Middle Schools.libraries were designed for the popof students they currently serve. Bas

todays standards they are inadequate

It is not always possible to physically ethe footprint of the building due to sit

budget constraints. Schools often h

make due with the space they havmodernize per the available funds.

Because there were no computers andmodern devices when these libraries

constructed, quick fixes have employed to adapt new technologies

upgrades have often resulted

nonfunctional and hazardous laSeveral programs have contribute

improving libraries, but the conceptlibrary requires re-examination.


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Library RemodelShown is a project at an existing

elementary school. Even existing

elementary schools are short onspace. To accommodate larger

populations of students thenschools were initially designed for,

valuable classroom spaces havebeen re-purposed to be used aslibraries. Over 100 similar

renovations have occurred atelementary schools at LAUSD.

Although the conversion programshave been successful for literacy

programs, classes have oftenbeen accommodated in portable

buildings.


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Libraries of the Future


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Media Labs: Enhancing the learning experience.


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Envisioning how libraries will be affected by the development of

new technologies, and the changing needs and expectations of

users, is more than an intellectual exercise. What schools anticipate

as necessary to provide users future information needs affects how

they choose to direct their resources today.

L ibr ar y o f t h e Fu t u r eReconfiguring Existing Library

Rethinking the historical model of the library may be the challenge. Our traditionof libraries is rows of books flanked by access aisles. The addition of reading descomputer workstations further enhanced the requirements of the schools library.

The majority of existing LAUSD school library sites do not conform to accessibility or up to date technology requirements and are due for an upgrade.

This is an opportunity to rethink how we access and use information today. The iis an omnipresent force in how we acquire information, and hard bound booprinted newsletters have lost their exclusivity. This trend will only increase in theand the reliance on printed media will be less and less. Even seasoned media and major publishers are cutting back substantially.

In reconfiguring the existing library, consider the use of the computer as primgathering data and books to be stored and accessed when necessary. From st

surveyed, information is acquired via internet sources over 90% of the time traditional books, magazines and maps.

In rethinking the Library of the Future, we might adapt the over used yet extinsightful quote by Architect Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe, less is more, and in fatranslated into better use of less space.

The library becomes a media/computer lab of sorts, considerably eliminating rowrows of access walkways. The new library becomes a gateway into a woinformation beyond the perimeters of the school. The new layout will also includegroup collaboration areas to encourage intellectual discussion and team buildingThis new reuse of space will eliminate the expansion of the footprint of the builaltering the buildings historical status. Accessibility and electrical upgrades will required, including renovation design and construction.

Existing 3400 Square Foot

Library and support rooms

The new library becomes a gateway into a world of

information beyond the perimeters of the school


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The Renovation

Renovate existing library to serve as amedia center with electronic book accesssystems. Commonly requested book titleswill be available in the library and in highdensity book shelves. The scope will includeADA, ITD upgrades without adding costlyexpansion to the building envelope.

Reconfiguring the existing Library to accommodateaccessibility requirements and new computer based researchand learning will address current needs and trends. Old andobsolete book collections will be removed or stored to makeroom for modern up to date collections. Overflow of books willbe located in high density book shelves in the space directlybehind the reference desk.

Copying and printing stations will be set-up inthe library back-room for student use.

Expand existing back room area adjacent tolibrary. Add high density shelving in backroom, leaving more open space in library andarea to provide necessary ADA upgrades.

A Successful Library Plan

In order for the Library of the Future concept to be successful, LAUSD must have a commitment to managing the information technology infrastructure. The newLibrary will have to be updated with hardware and software, and the systems must be maintained regularly. Obsolete systems should be replaced in a timely manner tobring the most benefit to the school and the students.

In addition, an ongoing professional development program needs to be established along with staffing, and long term funding considerations. Developing neweducational programs that not only teach how to use new technology, but to maintain and service it are necessary requirements for the Libraries of the Future. This isan inevitable result and consequence of the information age. The sooner we embrace the concept as a school district the more efficiently we can serve the children ofLos Angeles.

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Existing Libraries

The Original LAUSD Libraries were built to serve half or one third of the current population of students. The building trend has laggbehind to match the actual school growth.

Due to high design, construction cost and simply increasing the building footprint on the highly impacted school sites, it has becomextremely challenging to upgrade the schools.

More profoundly, the school sites were created during an era when most of the technology we use today was not even invented.Adapting the existing sites has been an ongoing challenge.

ADA, Building Code & DSA Challenges

Due to ADA, Building Code & DSA challenges, most of the existing libraries are not compliant in some form. Adapting to the currenrequirements will require further reduction of book stacks due to the creation of accessible aisles, seismic anchoring and therefore,further reducing book containment capacity.

If the school district doubled the square footage of each library at each school, the book count for the student population would stillinsufficient including extremely expense to stock and manage.

The LAUSD GoalThe goal of the Los Angeles Unified School should be to create electronic book and access systems by expanding the existing LADigital Library, the established Los Angeles Public Digital Library System and a verity of other libraries.

The electronic books will not eliminate individual library collections, but rather support them. Giving students and the school commaccess to expanded book collections like never before. The electronic access to books and media will allow space for growth andprovide modern and up-to-date collections of books and other media which can be shared and can add more value to the students community they serve.

Currently the LAUSD libraries are unable to expand physically due to budget constraints and other facilities related concerns. Duelack of space the schools are hesitant to expand their collections, therefore resulting in outdated matter. Often, the overflow of bookput into storage spaces and storage bins and made inaccessible to the students.

Existing Library Interior

Concept Interior


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Library of the Future

It is important to recognize that there are ngood reasons to design school libraries th

are based on outdated models. Everyoneinvolved in the planning of new and existinschool libraries should work together toachieve innovative design.

Recognizing that instructional technology library programs overlap in so many waysand that benefits can be reaped with staffmembers working closely as a team rathethan as separate entities. School officials strive for a philosophical, functional, andphysical merger of the school library with tIT program. Teachers can work with (andlearn from) students, school librarians, andstaff; and School libraries can become aplace that will continue to endure in theinew modern form as an essential part of

learning process.

The new form the library takes should beeasily adaptable to evolving advances intechnology and provide seamless transitioas new ideas and techniques emerge.

The library can expand programs beyond

library walls and create virtual librariescapable of reaching and serving studentswherever they are, both at and away fromschool.


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Provide new comfortable cafstyle seating with vibrantcolors and textures to engage

the library patron. Seatingareas will include outlets toplug in laptops and othertypes of media devices.

Provide new suspendedceilings with new accent

lights in a flexible seatingarea. Articulated flooringsurfaces for a moderndesign feel.

Provide new quick accesscomputer terminals that arewall mounted for astreamlined clear efficientspace. Users can pull up astool or access informationstanding up if they are shortfor time.

Provide various types ofcomfortable seating areaswith wireless computeraccess open discussionarea.

Convert back roominto a copy printing

area.

Install high densityshelving.

Install new ADAramp and platform

to create anaccessible library.

New flooring, walland ceiling finish fora modern and state

of the art library.

New exterior paint,signage and

banners.

Scheme I

Areas toplug inAssisted Areas toplug in


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Media Wall

Section A Section B

Section/Elevation C

Section/Elevation D

A

BC

D

Key Plan

Area in Media Wall for computer monitors including electrical

connections. Easily adaptable to future technology upgrades.

Pull-out key board.. Adaptablefor future technology

upgrades.

CPU

niche.Access Media Wall whilestanding or sitting

Access Ramp behind

Media Wall at top

elevation

Access Ramp behind Media

Wall at lower elevation

General information

media screen.

Choice of high and low monitor heights and

key boards that are easily adaptable to new

technology upgrades.

Areas to plug in Assisted Listening Devices andother voice media including additional outlets for

charging electronic instrumentsCPU & temporary storage niche for

students belongings while using

devices on Media Wall.

Platform andreference desk

section.

Lower level seating area doubles as a guard rail for

platform and upper level seating area. Lower level

built-in seating has power outlets for lap tops and is

available for future technology devices.

Book shelves with updated

book selections and

commonly requested titles.

Areas to plug in Assisted

Listening Devices and

other voice media.

Areas to plug in

Assisted Listening

Devices and other

voice media.


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Using personalization technology to profile subscriber interests

The mobile Internet represents a massive opportunity for mobile operators and content providers. Todaythere are more than 2 billion mobile subscribers, with well over 3 billion predicted by the 2008. However,despite significant improvements in handsets, infrastructure, content, and charging models, mobile usersare still struggling to access and locate relevant content and services.

Info Glut. With Just too much information available, it is difficult to decipher what is reliable. An

important part of this so-called content-discovery problem relates to the navigation effort that users mustinvest in browsing and searching for mobile content. Using personalization technology to profilesubscriber interests in order to automatically adapt mobile portals to their learned preferences.

The School Board can review and define their perimeters, and these perimeters can be specified furtherby a teachers academic plan and then the student user. A result can be set a learning plan or series ofarticles set-up for people to access at anytime in the school library or anywhere else.

The facilities goal would be to set up the construction and Information Technology infrastructure forcurrent use, future advances and growth.

Information Wall

The concept for the Information Wall features computer screens mounted on glass panels. Thisallows for one on one interaction with the media user, yet does no isolate the individual while workingfor long periods of time. The screens can be set-up with general reading material or the book of theweek for example. The user can adjust the heights of the monitors and can use them sitting orstanding. Assisted listening devices can be plugged in for use.

Areas to plug in AssistedListening Devices and

other voice media.

Adjustable screen heights

for user comfort

Transparent glass

surface for an

interactive

environment.

Concealed electricalsupply and data

connection. Easily

adaptable to the next

generation of technology

advances.

Protective screen

This High-Tech display can be installed at various locations on campus.


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Provide new comfortable cafstyle seating with vibrant

colors and textures to engagethe library patron. Seatingareas will include outlets toplug in laptops and othertypes of media devices.

Provide new suspended

ceilings with new accentlights in a flexible seatingarea. Articulated flooringsurfaces for a moderndesign feel.

Provide new quick accesscomputer terminals that arewall mounted for astreamlined clear efficientspace. Users can pull up astool or access informationstanding up if they are short

for time.



area.





of the art library.


banners.

Scheme 2

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Provide new comfortable cafstyle seating with vibrantcolors and textures to engage

the library patron. Seatingareas will include outlets toplug in laptops and othertypes of media devices.

Provide new suspendedceilings with new accent

lights in a flexible seatingarea. Articulated flooringsurfaces for a moderndesign feel.

Provide new quick accesscomputer terminals that arewall mounted for astreamlined clear efficientspace. Users can pull up astool or access informationstanding up if they are shortfor time.



area.





of the art library.


banners.

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Mobile Electronic Devices:

Transforming and revolutionizing how we get information!


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In this example, the libraries and common spaces illustrate the use of

interactive screen displays with touch-screen capabilities. At any time

a student can walk-up to one of the screen panels and interact in realtime regarding questions that correspond to what they are learning in

class and beyond.


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Information and images can be changed

instantly at the will of the user.


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Real time interaction with educators and

professionals locally or from around the world.


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