(Georgia Institute of Technology, 2017-11-16)
Baca, Olivia; Pierard, Cindy
Managing noise levels in collaborative learning spaces is difficult. Do noise meters help strike that delicate balance? Learn how Access Services staff at one university implemented a program with noise meters and staff response to help us reach the sonic sweet spot.
(Georgia Institute of Technology, 2016-11-17)
Pierard, Cindy; Thoulag, Jean
Many libraries hope to avoid emergencies or disasters. Few succeed. The literature shows that far too few libraries have a disaster plan in place or staff prepared to carry it out. The presenters, each of whose libraries has experienced a disaster, will discuss disaster planning and response strategies from the perspective of Access Services, including the areas of services, collections, facilities, and staff support. Emphasis will be placed on how the disruption of a disaster can serve as a catalyst for redefining priorities, reconsidering services, and rebuilding stronger libraries.
(Georgia Institute of Technology, 2009-11-12)
Baldwin, Dave; Lee, Norice; Pierard, Cindy
Physical space still matters—even in the highly digital 21st century. How can libraries best assess and improve user space, even if they don't have the ability to undertake a major renovation? This session offers effective, low-cost techniques to assess actual space uses as well as provide insight into user needs and interests when designing improved and/or ideal space. The presenters will share examples from a recent space planning activity in an academic library and invite discussion with session participants as to their experiences with incorporating user feedback into space planning and management. Techniques shared—such as photo surveys and flipchart feedback—are applicable to all library types.