Updating the Plan
You can access the previous Linoit board here.
I chose three photos to add to my library re-design that demonstrate a potential for the space.
First, I chose a photo of a makerspace wall. I like this photo because it takes up minimal space and would be a concept I would use in my current school's library due to lack of available space. By having a makerspace wall, students could have the tools to engage with design thinking in the library. I received some feedback that a wall may make it hard for some students to reach the materials they need. I have updated my design with a rolling cart instead. You can view the updated linoit board at the end of this post.
Second, I included a photo of moveable walls. I indicated where the walls may fit in my layout and walls would make the library space more flexible to accommodate two separate classes in the space at the same time. By freeing up some space, classroom teachers would have the option to bring their classes in to use the makerspace or green screen area while another class is exchanging books. I received feedback to add some whiteboard paper to these walls to make give them another function. I have added this to my design so that teachers and students can use the walls as whiteboards and further extend the versatility of the library space.
The third photo is of flexible desks and chairs that allow for the library space to be reconfigured to meet the various needs of the space. This would allow for greater collaboration, and more potential for using the space.
Updated photo of library design:
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Hi this is Julia
ReplyDeletewhat you like about the project
- I really like the new layout and the idea of bringing in a room divider to help muffle loud noise
your concerns and/or questions for consideration
- Something I'm concerned about is how accessible a makerspace wall might be. I think it would definitely have to be low on the ground for students to be able to access - or even in buckets with labels/images
your ideas about potential resources
- For your movable and rearrangeable desks, what do you think about desks that also have a whiteboard function ontop of them? Also for your wall divider, adding a whiteboard sticker or something so it can function as multiple things?
Hi Rachel, I like the idea of adding in a room separator! It would be really beneficial for a smaller school that doesn't have a lot of room for a maker space. My only question is would this cost a lot of money to add in? Is there a more affordable option?
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