University Libraries Space in the Digital age

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Faculty of Human Science, Beirut Arab University

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This study aims to highlight the importance of university libraries and their physical presence in the digital age. Traditional library facilities that were designed decades ago, are nowadays no longer suitable for student needs, necessitating a remodeling of library spaces and rooms to adapt to the current academic requirements and technological advancements. The study's objective is to emphasize the importance of student interaction within the library and the academic and social engagement between students and faculty.
The methodology adopted by this study is a descriptive-analytical methodology to understand the importance of interactive spaces and their components, as both teachers and learners can adapt their study methods and learning behaviors. As a result, a survey was employed to gather students' opinions regarding the libraries of both the Arab University of Beirut and the Lebanese American University. A group of questions emphasized on students' preferences regarding library spaces and the reasons behind their visits. The study concluded that students still hold on to physical library spaces in their different forms, but their educational investment depends on the academic curriculum.

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