Measuring Library Space Use and Preferences: Charting a Path Toward Increased Engagement

Author(s)

Kathleen M. Webb, University of DaytonFollow
Molly Schaller, University of DaytonFollow
Sawyer Hunley, University of DaytonFollow

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

2008

Publication Source

portal: Libraries and the Academy

Abstract

The article presents a study on measuring library space, use, and preferences at the University of Dayton. The study used a multi-method research approach to be able to analyze the current space use in the library. Data from the National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE), surveys on study spaces and online library, and a week-long video were investigated to comprehend the student choices in library usage. Results showed that the university students prefer to study at times alone and at times with others. Factors such us interpersonal communication, comfort, and promotion of basic human needs and desires are necessary for a better library usage.

Inclusive pages

407-422

ISBN/ISSN

1530-7131

Comments

Copyright 2008 The Johns Hopkins University Press. This article first appeared in PORTAL: LIBRARIES AND THE ACADEMY, Volume 8, Issue 4, October 2008, pages 407-422.

Volume

8

Issue

4

Peer Reviewed

yes

eCommons Citation

Kathleen M. Webb, Molly Schaller, and Sawyer Hunley (2008). Measuring Library Space Use and Preferences: Charting a Path Toward Increased Engagement. portal: Libraries and the Academy. , 407-422
https://ecommons.udayton.edu/roesch_fac/3