Here, too, the choices are multi-faceted and not mutually exclusive. They may be broadly categorised across the following dimensions:
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Collection spaces |
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Study spaces |
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Open shelving (fewer items) |
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Closed access on campus (more items) |
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Any time, anywhere access |
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Physical characteristics and nature of books and artefacts |
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Physical browsability and serendipity |
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Online tools for sophisticated searching, recommendation and discovery |
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Quiet study spaces |
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Collaborative study spaces (may include teaching areas) |
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Ownership |
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Shared resources |