LCs are spacious, open, & comfortable collaborative learning spaces within a high tech, wireless environment. Food, beverages and talking is permitted.
Physical collections have been reduced & reclaimed space is used to create collaborative environments
Furnishings & equipment include: pods of high-end computer workstations with flat screen monitors; clusters of high-backed chairs (on wheels) & whiteboards (on wheels) surrounding work tables; comfortable soft seating areas for socializing
LC components include: integrated or adjacent service desks staffed by librarians and IT experts; collaborative learning spaces; electronic classrooms; multimedia studios; presentation practice rooms; visualization labs; gaming labs; satellite services for writing, tutoring, advising, career counseling; café and lounge areas; spaces for meetings and cultural events.