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Project Descriptions

The Innovation Studio

September 1, 2013 - August 31, 2014 | Media and Technology, Public Programs, Exhibitions

The Calcasieu Parish Public Library (CPPL) will create the Innovation Studio, an innovative physical space and model for patron-driven programming in response to a rapidly growing and changing community. The project includes designing and outfitting a designated space with furnishings and equipment and creating a programming model and digital application for members of the community to propose ideas for use, vote on submitted ideas, and reserve the use of the studio. Offering a program or class will be based on appeal to participants, using the basic idea behind crowd sourcing. The project team will reach out to and meet the social, cultural, and educational needs of new residents; help new residents learn about and understand the Southwest Louisiana region; and facilitate cooperation and collaboration between traditional and new populations.

Funders

IMLS
Award Number: LG-46-13-0264-13
Funding Amount: 24892

TEAM MEMBERS

  • Clare Coleman
    Principal Investigator
    Calcasieu Parish Public Library
  • Discipline: Education and learning science | General STEM | Technology
    Audience: General Public | Museum/ISE Professionals
    Environment Type: Media and Technology | Public Programs | Making and Tinkering Programs | Library Programs | Exhibitions | Library Exhibits

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