Library Renovations and Student Behaviors: A Longitudinal Case Study
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| Title: | Library Renovations and Student Behaviors: A Longitudinal Case Study |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Elrod, Rachael, Kester, Brittany, Spears, Laura I. |
| Source: | Journal of Learning Spaces. 2021 10(3):78-96. |
| Availability: | University Libraries, University of North Carolina at Greensboro. PO Box 26170, Greensboro, NC 27402. Tel: 336-334-5880; Fax: 336-334-5399; e-mail: erhelp@uncg.edu; Web site: http://libjournal.uncg.edu/ |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 19 |
| Publication Date: | 2021 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research Tests/Questionnaires |
| Education Level: | Higher Education Postsecondary Education |
| Descriptors: | Library Facilities, Library Development, Facility Improvement, Student Behavior, Longitudinal Studies, Academic Libraries, Physical Environment, Student Satisfaction, Use Studies |
| Geographic Terms: | Florida |
| ISSN: | 2158-6195 |
| Abstract: | Many academic libraries renovate physical spaces to address the needs of the 21st century learner. This study presents the assessment tools used to evaluate the use of space prior to a branch library renovation as well as results of two post-renovation assessments to examine the success of the project. The pre-renovation survey showed that library users desired extended hours of operation, better furniture, more power outlets, more private and group study spaces, better lighting, and more comfort. Both post-renovation survey results indicated an increase in satisfaction of all areas except access to food options and hours of operation. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2021 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1314735 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | Many academic libraries renovate physical spaces to address the needs of the 21st century learner. This study presents the assessment tools used to evaluate the use of space prior to a branch library renovation as well as results of two post-renovation assessments to examine the success of the project. The pre-renovation survey showed that library users desired extended hours of operation, better furniture, more power outlets, more private and group study spaces, better lighting, and more comfort. Both post-renovation survey results indicated an increase in satisfaction of all areas except access to food options and hours of operation. |
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| ISSN: | 2158-6195 |
