Learning Commons at HKUST Library Edward Spodick IT and Services Infrastructure Manager Gabi Wong Learning Commons Manager

Learning Commons Accelerates Library Transformation Context and information How Learning Commons accelerates changes at HKUST Library The ultimate power source for the transition

The Learning Commons Context New learning modes New technology New generation The Push 4-year program The Pull More group work More multimedia More presentations Active learning Mobile communication Mobile learning Collection going digital Our students New program structure Users population growth Campus-wide building extension

The Changing Library Create more study rooms Pilot Information Commons in 2006 Plan more presentation facilities and services Expand IC in 2009 Finish Library Extension in 2011 Open Learning Commons in 2012

Learning Commons Timeline preparation Consult stakeholders Hired designer firm Design plan signed-off 2011 – building Physical construction Service and staffing planning opening Feb 1 st soft launch March 26 th opening ceremony

Learning Commons Facts and Figures 1,800 sq. m. ~ 550 seats 17 Group Study Rooms Space 2 E- Learning Classrooms Tutorial Spaces Teaching Venues Windows PCs and Macs Interactive Projectors Touch- screen PC Networked copiers Technology Production Studio Editing Suites Graphics Workshop Operated by PTC Creative Media Zone Relaxing furniture Vending machines Refreshment Zone Space Accessible: 102 hours/weekOpen to 6am in exam period

Learning Commons Features Technology-rich environment for teaching and learning Integrated hub of student services A variety of spaces Social and refreshment areas Late hours access capability

How do we use Learning Commons as an Accelerator for Library Transformation? Reach out actively to our communityRejuvenate staff profileReposition Library in the new learning landscape

Reaching Out Consultation Meetings Visits Focus groups Open forums Partnerships Media production facilities and expertise from Publishing Technology Center Others being formed Promotion Tours Jan – Feb 2012 Close to 30 tours; 200 people from different units/departments Students orientation  Generated interest  Established collaboration  Initiated on-going discussion

Collaborations Established  Career programs for students  Tutorial Pilot  Computer center service outpost  Library space for language programs

Collaboration Ideas Being Explored  Computer bridging courses  Students’ artworks display  Capstone project support  Media support for students’ service learning  Arts events  Making e-learning objects  Popular science events  Showcase for students recruitment  Personal development programs,  …..

How do we use Learning Commons as an Accelerator for Library Transformation? Reach out actively to our communityRejuvenate staff profileReposition Library in the new learning landscape

Library Staff Redeployment Management: Facilities, space, services Development: Partnership, learning service, assessment Support: systems and administration Service points: LC Information Desk + IC Help Desk Student Helpers and Security Guards

Information Commons Help Desk (G/F) : 91 hours / week Service Points Staff Hours Learning Commons Information Desk (LG1): 97 hours / week Library staff: 40 hours (41%) Student helpers: 57 hours (59%) Security Guard: daily 3-11 pm Library staff: 44 hours (48%) Student helpers: 47 hours (52%)

Mobilizing Cataloging, Acquisitions ReferenceSystems Administrati on Access Collection Development, U. Archives Learning Commons Team

Boost up Knowledge, Skills and Attitude Training Continues

Staff takes up Challenges Service front Supervisory Technology New programs Partners

Library Team Is Energized in spirit Upgraded in skills Rejuvenated

How do we use Learning Commons as an Accelerator for Library Transformation? Reach out actively to our communityRejuvenate staff profileReposition Library in the new learning landscape

Eye-opening Library and Librarians High quality spaceGood technology managementThe platform for synergyThe stage for active learning Communication, Collaboration Critical Thinking Creativity Information Literacy Media literacy Life and Career Skills

A Demonstration of “Commons” …. or, one good interpretation of it.

How do we use Learning Commons as an Accelerator for Library Transformation? Reach out actively to our communityRejuvenate staff profileReposition Library in the new learning landscape

Active Upgrading Energized Reposition Rejuvenate Reaching O ut Taking up Challenge Learning Commons is Powered by the Whole Crew of Library Staff Boost Up Every Library Colleague is Involved

Thank you Edward Spodick, Gabi Wong HKUST Library