http://lcnews.lib.umassd.edu Fri, 23 Jan 2009 21:59:29 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Opening on the first day of the new semester, the Learning Commons at the Claire T. Carney Library integrates library, technology, and academic support services for UMass Dartmouth students, faculty, and staff. The Learning Commons, or LC, is a cross-campus collaborative effort. It will be administered by the Division of Library ... http://lcnews.lib.umassd.edu/2009/01/23/learning-commons-to-open-at-umass-dartmouth/ Dr. D. Russell Bailey gave a public presentation entitled “The Evolving Commons Concept: Information, Teaching, Learning, Research” and met with several task groups who are working on developing a Learning Commons in the Claire T. Carney Library at UMass Dartmouth. The presentation focused on the history and variety of philosophies and ... http://lcnews.lib.umassd.edu/2008/10/28/dr-d-russell-bailey-leads-a-day-of-discussion-on-the-evolving-commons-concept/ More than 800 votes, both online and on paper ballots, were cast in our Learning Commons "Chair Fair," which ended on September 29. We received lots of thoughtful and helpful comments as well. We're tallying the results and will report back soon with details about the winning chairs. Thanks for your participation! For more ... http://lcnews.lib.umassd.edu/2008/10/02/chair-fair-votes/ We're renovating and creating new learning and study spaces—the very first steps toward creating a Learning Commons at UMass Dartmouth. We’ll be asking your opinion about many of the services and amenities we hope to offer. Now through Sept. 29, we're considering new chairs.     Visit the "chair fair" on the Library lower level ... http://lcnews.lib.umassd.edu/2008/09/17/chair_fair/ The UMass Dartmouth Learning Commons (LC) Planning Committee will develop plans for the services, technology, resources, and space for the LC on the first and second floors of the Claire T. Carney Library. The LC will be an interdisciplinary collaborative learning space that will provide seamless access to resources, ... http://lcnews.lib.umassd.edu/2007/12/21/learning-commons-committee-charge/ DRAFT for review Learning Commons Mission In support of UMass Dartmouth’s academic mission, the Learning Commons creates and cultivates a vibrant, welcoming and integrated learner-centered environment. We will do so by promoting an environment and support team that inspires learners and fosters learning as an activity embodies and supports ... http://lcnews.lib.umassd.edu/2007/12/21/draft-for-review-learning-commons-mission/