Learning commons
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Learning commons, also known as scholars' commons, information commons or digital commons, are learning spaces,[1][2] similar to libraries and classrooms that share space for information technology, remote or online education, tutoring,[3][4] collaboration, content creation, meetings, socialization, playing games and studying.[5][6] Learning commons are increasingly popular in academic and research libraries, and some public and school libraries have now adopted the model.[7] Architecture, furnishings and physical organization are particularly important to the character of a learning commons, as spaces are often designed to be rearranged by users according to their needs.[8]
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Learning commons may also have tools, equipment, makerspaces, and/or publishing services available for borrowing or use.[9] Along with the so-called "bookstore model," which is focused on customer service, bookless or digital libraries, the learning commons or digital commons is frequently cited as a model for the "library of the future."[10]