{"id":3032,"date":"2025-03-25T15:09:04","date_gmt":"2025-03-25T15:09:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bims.bilkent.edu.tr\/?page_id=3032"},"modified":"2026-01-13T12:03:06","modified_gmt":"2026-01-13T12:03:06","slug":"kutuphane","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/bims.bilkent.edu.tr\/en\/kutuphane\/","title":{"rendered":"Library"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The library of our school, planned to open in the second semester of the 2025\u201326 academic year, is a spacious and well-equipped living and learning space designed for the shared use of our primary and middle school students. With a total area of approximately 1000 square meters, it offers students and teachers the opportunity to access information in a modern and comfortable environment.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Structural Features and Design of the Library<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The library is functionally designed with separate sections for primary and secondary school students, comprising 207.25 m\u00b2 for primary school and 558.51 m\u00b2 for secondary school use. Additionally, there is a library staff room (32.74 m\u00b2), a storage room (14.47 m\u00b2), and a mezzanine floor (155.43 m\u00b2). The ceiling height is a spacious 570 cm, creating an airy atmosphere. With a capacity to accommodate over 160 people, the library allows students to study individually or in groups. Inside the library, a quiet reading corner and a computer area offer solutions catering to different learning needs.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Located in the J Block, the library\u2019s design combines aesthetics and functionality. Wooden panels on the walls, carpeted flooring, and exposed concrete supports create a modern yet warm appearance. The ceiling features acoustic panels made of wood wool, which provide sound insulation for a quiet working environment. Pendant lighting combined with natural light maximizes daylight use while ensuring adequate illumination.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Purpose and Collection of the Library<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The primary goal of our library is to effectively support the school\u2019s education and teaching programs, assist teachers\u2019 professional development, and holistically nurture the academic and personal growth of our students. The library will provide access to various information resources to help all users develop critical thinking skills and meet their information needs.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Accordingly, the library collection will consist of a continuously updated and wide-ranging array of information sources. The collection will include printed and digital books, periodicals, reference materials, and audiovisual materials. Housing approximately 20,000 resources, the library will offer materials not only in Turkish but also in foreign languages. Additionally, access to all databases within Bilkent University will be provided, enabling students and teachers to reach a broad network of information. Equipped with a system that allows users to easily conduct independent research, the library will be managed with the modern and efficient \"SirsiDynix Symphony\" automation system, used for the first time in Turkey by Bilkent University.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Library Usage and Educational Activities<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

In the Primary and Middle School Library, students will receive training on academic integrity, plagiarism, and proper citation techniques. Additionally, supportive activities aligned with the curriculum will be conducted with all primary school classes during scheduled library hours. For courses requiring research, students will actively utilize the library to conduct comprehensive source investigations.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Our library, which will also be available for after-school use, will be much more than a book storage space; it will be a living learning center that facilitates students\u2019 access to information, develops their research skills, and fosters awareness of academic integrity.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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2025-26 E\u011fitim-\u00d6\u011fretim y\u0131l\u0131n\u0131n ikinci yar\u0131s\u0131nda a\u00e7\u0131lmas\u0131 planlanan okulumuz k\u00fct\u00fcphanesi, ilkokul ve ortaokul \u00f6\u011frencilerinin ortak kullan\u0131m\u0131na sunulan, geni\u015f ve donan\u0131ml\u0131 bir\u00a0ya\u015fam ve \u00f6\u011frenme alan\u0131d\u0131r. Yakla\u015f\u0131k\u00a01000 metrekarelik\u00a0toplam kullan\u0131m alan\u0131yla, \u00f6\u011frencilere ve \u00f6\u011fretmenlere modern ve konforlu bir ortamda bilgiye eri\u015fim imkan\u0131 sunmaktad\u0131r. K\u00fct\u00fcphanenin Yap\u0131sal \u00d6zellikleri ve Tasar\u0131m\u0131 K\u00fct\u00fcphane, ilkokul ve ortaokul \u00f6\u011frencileri i\u00e7in [\u2026] <\/p>\n

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