The Evolution of Academic Libraries: From Storage Facilities to Learning Space
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https://doi.org/10.64798/tlabulletin.v69i1.280524Keywords:
Academic libraries, Learning spaces, Collaborative spaces, Participatory learningAbstract
This article aims to present the evolution of university libraries from traditional repositories of information resources to contemporary learning space. This transformation occurs across multiple dimensions, including the adaptation of certain services and activities, with some becoming obsolete. Furthermore, the emergence of new activities, often characterized by user engagement and creativity, complements the conventional knowledge access services. Ultimately, the article offers recommendations for the reconfiguration of university libraries into learning spaces, addressing aspects such as physical infrastructure, resource allocation, technological integration, and the role of personnel as facilitators of services within these learning spaces.
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