E-books and Virtual Learning Environments: Responses to a Transformational Technology

Ball, D. R.; Beard, Jill; Newland, Barbara

doi:10.1080/08963570802025999

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“…Good library design demonstrates agility and adaptability in the use of space (Heppell et al , 2004). The possibilities of virtual learning environments, the ability to deliver library resources integrated within the unit of study, and the willingness of students to engage with blended environments (Ball et al , 2007) have only begun to be explored. Speaking in 2007 at celebrations for the 50th anniversary of a library in the institution that is now Bournemouth University (BU), the University Librarian saidThe ability to succeed is the ability to adapt.…”

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“…It's about embracing and leading change, drawing on support from those around you. We must create an active learning environment not only by maximising space but also by ensuring it is sympathetic to the developing pedagogy and to students' expectations (Ball et al , 2007).…”

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“…Reading e‐books has not reached the maturity and acceptance associated with e‐journal use and there are many differing views of the challenges (Ball et al , 2007; Gharbi, 2006; Rowlands et al , 2007). Following an extensive survey at UCL, Rowlands et al (2007) report “a substantial level of interest in and use of e‐books in at least one major research‐orientated academic institution in the UK”.…”

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Library design, learning spaces and academic literacy

Beard

Dale

2010

New Library World

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PurposeTo acquire academic literacy students need library buildings that take account of “what the student does”, changing learning styles and preparation for employment in a digital world. Equally as academic staff develop innovative e‐learning activities, library spaces need to accommodate new learning opportunities. This paper aims to consider how the design of library buildings contributes to a complex and evolving range of academic literacies and emerging pedagogical frameworks. The paper also seeks to consider the contribution these literacies make to the experience of students reading for a degree in an increasingly digital environment.Design/methodology/approachThe paper draws on the experience at Bournemouth University, where a higher education academy‐funded project accelerated the introduction of new technologies into learning and teaching frameworks. A new library building, The Sir Michael Cobham Library, enabled the creation of learning spaces that are flexible and responsive to the changing needs of users.FindingsInnovative spaces and evolving pedagogies demand different levels of academic literacy to enable students to succeed in physical and digital environments.Originality/valueThis reflective review adds new dimensions to the body of knowledge underpinning both the study of learning spaces and academic literacy.

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Dale

2010

New Library World

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“…The provision of e-books and journals had seen exponential growth in downloads whilst print text use was in decline (Ball et al 2007). However the introduction of the Copyright Licensing Agency (CLA) scanning licence allowed book chapters or other resources not currently available in an e-format to be digitised.…”

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Collaboration Between Librarians and Learning Technologists to Enhance the Learning of Health Sciences Students

Dale

Cheshir

2009

New Review of Academic Librarianship

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Collaboration between Librarians and Learning Technologists at Bournemouth University (BU) has been stimulated and cemented by Pathfinder funding from the Higher Education Academy. This paper will consider four case studies collected as part of the eRes Project that describe the use of Web 2.0 technologies in the School of Health and Social Care at BU. The project aimed to enhance the student learning experience in an increasingly electronic environment. This was achieved by developing and disseminating innovative pedagogical frameworks, bringing together learning activities and academically led quality e-resources within the unit of study. An e-reading strategy which encompasses models for resource discovery and e-literacy was developed, drawing on the experiences and findings of the case studies. Issues considered in this paper will include accessing academic electronic reading materials and using a social bookmarking tool integrated within BU's virtual learning environment with students studying away from the main campus. Additionally the paper will consider how technology can be used to motivate students, especially in large groups and how it can be used to engage students with a subject perceived as "dry" or "difficult". The rich possibilities of health science materials can be exploited more fully using new technologies embedded within the curriculum.

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“…Ball et al (2007) Helped by the wireless network and increased number of power sockets, the building is proving its adaptability. The number of fixed computers has remained static at 255, but laptop use is rising exponentially.…”

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Reshaping the Future

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Ball²

2008

LIBER

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A 5.3 million pounds sterling refurbishment and new build library project was undertaken by Bournemouth University. First inception to latest adaptation spans 2000-2008. The project gave equal weight to the refurbishment and new build and the building was opened in 2003. The philosophy was one of seeking a design that would allow adaptation and change. Winning the SCONUL building award 2007 is testament to the success of designing and implementing space and service delivery in a way that is sympathetic to developing pedagogy, student expectations and the University's plans.

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E-books and Virtual Learning Environments: Responses to a Transformational Technology

Cited by 5 publications

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Library design, learning spaces and academic literacy

Library design, learning spaces and academic literacy

Collaboration Between Librarians and Learning Technologists to Enhance the Learning of Health Sciences Students

Reshaping the Future

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