Bierce 279: Tangent Learning Center/Library Instruction

General Purpose

Bierce Library room 279 was designed specifically for the purposes of providing space for librarians to conduct individual instructional sessions in information skills and library use. That is still the main function for this space and assumes priority. However, it's size and equipment configuration has made it a likely choice for single session events and training sessions that require computer use and Internet access. The Library makes every effort to accommodate those special needs for University faculty, administrators, and campus groups, and occasionally for outside groups.

Hours of Availability

With proper technical support for equipment and software, the room is available Monday through Friday from 7a.m-10 p.m.; Saturdays from 9a.m.-8p.m.; and Sundays from 1p.m. to midnight. Extended hours and University scheduling for finals, holidays, etc will affect the availability of the room and the support for its use.

Scheduling:

Notify Renee´ Wilson, UL-Collection Management Department, at 330-972-7224 or e-mail rmw1@uakron.edu to schedule or cancel room reservations.

Access

Entrance for non-library personnel is through the Library Circulation Department. Staff controls key access.

Room Capacity

30 thin-client terminals / 39 desks. Can seat approximately 50 people.

Description of the room and equipment:

The Tangent Learning Center (TLC) is located on the second floor of Bierce Library in room 279. It consists of 30 thin clients with NO hard or floppy drives.

Saving Files

A USB memory key, USB Zip drive, or USB floppy drive is required to make file transfers from the thin-clients. Memory keys and Zip drives are available for purchase at Computer Solutions on the secong floor of the Student Center.

Logging on

A valid UAnet ID is required to log into to the thin-clients. UA Students, faculty, and staff may obtain a UAnet ID or resolve UAnet ID problems by visiting the Technology Learning Support Center located on the ground floor of Bierce Library in room 69.

Guest User Information

A guest username and password for the thin-clients may be issued under certain circumstances (i.e. when instruction or training is scheduled for non-UA affiliated participants). To request a guest username and password for a scheduled session or event, send a message to library-systems@uakron.edu. Requests must include the following information:

1. 1) date and description of event;
2. 2) reason for request;
3. 3) name and phone number of person submitting the request of event.

In order to allow for adequate processing time, requests for a guest username and password must be submitted at least 3 business days before the session or event.

Available for instructor use is a Dell Optiplex GX1 desktop computer, a VCR, and a video projection unit. Instructors must have a UAnet ID to log into to the instructor's workstation. To obtain a UAnet ID or for help resolving UAnet ID problems, please go to the Technology Learning Support Centerlocated on the ground floor of Bierce Library in room 69.

If you need software installed on the instructor's workstation, please contact Susan DiRenzo at 330-972-7240 or direnzo@uakron.edu. If you need software installed on the thin-client terminals, please contact Holly Mothes at 330-972-7690 or hm1@uakron.edu. Please allow 3-4 days for software installation.

Special Conditions

Priority for use of Room 279 is given to library personnel. In case of conflicts, others may be asked to be reassigned to alternative space or to reschedule. Room 279 will never be available for regularly scheduled classes. Regularly scheduled classes can submit requests to use the two mobile wireless classrooms located in Carroll Hall by contacting Holly Mothes at 330-972-7690 or hm1@uakron.edu.

Technical Support

Frequently Asked Questions

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