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Co-designing the Library Makerspace with Children: A Case Study of Seoul Children’s Library with a Focus on 3D Printing

한국문헌정보학회지 / Journal of the Korean Society for Library and Information Science, (P)1225-598X; (E)2982-6292
2024, v.58 no.1, pp.151-179
https://doi.org/10.4275/KSLIS.2024.58.1.151
이경진(Kung Jin Lee) (이화여자대학교)
조민(Min Cho) (이화여자대학교 문헌정보학과)
이소빈(So Bin Lee) (이화여자대학교 문헌정보학과)
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Abstract

This study aimed to discuss the utilization of a makerspace regarding 3D printers in a children’s library by conducting co-design sessions targeting the end-users, children. To achieve this, a program utilizing a 3D printer was conducted for seven children at the Seoul Children’s Library, followed by interviews with both the children and their parents. The results revealed several key findings: First, during the design sessions, participating children showed interest in the physical realization of ideas through the use of a 3D printer. Researchers adjusted their level of intervention based on each child’s tendency, playing a supportive role. Second, children became aware of various limitations associated with 3D printers and public library makerspace. Third, the rapport between children and researchers positively influenced the design sessions, driven by the active communication of children. This study suggests a reevaluation of the value and necessity of library makerspace from the perspective of user autonomy and creativity and emphasizes the need to closely understand the end user’s requirements in establishing operational strategies for library makerspace.

keywords
Makerspace, Co-design, Public Library, Children’s Library, User Study

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