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This text challenges binary perceptions of space and explores the possibilities afforded by a hybrid learning space at the intersection of physical, virtual, formal and informal spaces. It examines how new technologies and modes of delivery, including media-enhanced learning and open education, present opportunities as well as challenges. Chapters are supported by a wealth of case studies which illustrate academic innovation in diverse learning spaces and demonstrate how it can be used to inspire learners and promote student engagement.
Packed with practical guidance and questions for reflection and discussion, this thought-provoking and timely guide is an essential resource for anyone involved in improving the student learning experience.
List of contents
1. Space to Think
2. Space to Learn
3. Renegotiating the Life-wide Learning Landscape
4. In-between Spaces
5. Open Spaces
6. Being an Academic Innovator
7.Being Open and Flexible
8. Being Digital: Literacies, Capabilities and Fluency
9. Being Social: the Connected Learning Space
10. Being Mobile
11. Being Smart
12. Being Rich: Learning in the Age of YouTube
13. Being There: Active Learning Spaces
14. Future Learning Spaces: Context and Connections
Bibliography
Index.
About the author
Andrew Middleton
Summary
This text challenges binary perceptions of space and explores the possibilities afforded by a hybrid learning space at the intersection of physical, virtual, formal and informal spaces. It examines how new technologies and modes of delivery, including media-enhanced learning and open education, present opportunities as well as challenges. Chapters are supported by a wealth of case studies which illustrate academic innovation in diverse learning spaces and demonstrate how it can be used to inspire learners and promote student engagement.
Packed with practical guidance and questions for reflection and discussion, this thought-provoking and timely guide is an essential resource for anyone involved in improving the student learning experience.
Foreword
This book explores innovative approaches to teaching and learning, and what they mean for learning and learning spaces in higher education.
Additional text
This is a good book for people interested in how space can be used and conceived of within learning. It would be useful as an overview for people new to this subject, and its organisation would make it easy for ‘dippers’ to just pick out the chapters they are particularly interested in … easy to read them individually and then go into more depth regarding the context that is particularly interesting.
