Facilities


 * Facilities **
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 * **Facilities as defined by the Alabama state department of education**

The 21st Century library media center provides an atmosphere that is conducive to student learning and allows for safe, flexible, open access for all learners. Indicators: • Designed to encourage simultaneous use by large groups, small groups, or individuals. • Arrangement of the library media center permits visual control of the entire center. • Age-appropriate sized and constructed shelving and seating. • Proper lighting for designated areas and tasks. • Infrastructure needed to sustain existing and emerging technologies. • Functional circulation area close to the entrance and easily accessible. • Attractive, adequately sized signage. • Aesthetically pleasing arrangement of the library media center. • Office space and adequate work areas. • Accessibility for persons with disabilities in accordance with Public Law 101-476, Education of the Handicapped Act Amendments 1990. • Sufficient temperature and humidity control.


 * Retrieved from Alabama State Department of Education: []