Designing a Hands-on Learning Space for the New Generation

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lorenzo Angeli ◽  
Francesca Fiore ◽  
Alberto Montresor ◽  
Maurizio Marchese
Keyword(s):  
Learning Space ◽  
Hands On ◽  
Hands On Learning ◽  
New Generation

E-Learning Challenges for Polytechnic Institutions

2010 ◽  
pp. 245-262 ◽  
Author(s):  
Martha Burkle
Keyword(s):  
Technology Use ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Mobile Technologies ◽  
Study Approach ◽  
Learning Challenges ◽  
Hands On ◽  
Hands On Learning ◽  
E Learning ◽  
New Generation

Mobile technology use is a major issue in higher education institutions, and one that is increasing daily. While the new generation of students (the “digital natives”) move across programs and courses, their learning expectations have started to emerge. It is with these expectations and needs in mind that educators around the world are recognizing the advantages of using mobile technologies to engage with students and make learning a more collaborative, interactive activity that can be engaged in at anytime, anywhere. Using a case study approach, this chapter explores the challenges of transforming static curricula into a mobile experience, and the ways in which these challenges were overcome within a polytechnic institution where hands-on learning takes place inside the classroom or the lab. In addition to presenting a literature review on the use of mobile technologies for teaching and learning, and an analysis of the relevance of connectivism theory to analyze students learning in the digital age, this chapter also includes an analysis of student surveys and interviews, as well as further opportunities for research.

E-Learning Challenges for Polytechnic Institutions

2013 ◽  
pp. 1008-1025
Author(s):  
Martha Burkle
Keyword(s):  
Technology Use ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Mobile Technologies ◽  
Study Approach ◽  
Learning Challenges ◽  
Hands On ◽  
Hands On Learning ◽  
E Learning ◽  
New Generation

Mobile technology use is a major issue in higher education institutions, and one that is increasing daily. While the new generation of students (the “digital natives”) move across programs and courses, their learning expectations have started to emerge. It is with these expectations and needs in mind that educators around the world are recognizing the advantages of using mobile technologies to engage with students and make learning a more collaborative, interactive activity that can be engaged in at anytime, anywhere. Using a case study approach, this chapter explores the challenges of transforming static curricula into a mobile experience, and the ways in which these challenges were overcome within a polytechnic institution where hands-on learning takes place inside the classroom or the lab. In addition to presenting a literature review on the use of mobile technologies for teaching and learning, and an analysis of the relevance of connectivism theory to analyze students learning in the digital age, this chapter also includes an analysis of student surveys and interviews, as well as further opportunities for research.

The Case of a Curriculum-Driven Experiential Learning Lab for Business Students

2013 ◽  
pp. 356-365
Author(s):  
Susan Schultz Kleine
Keyword(s):  
Experiential Learning ◽  
Business Students ◽  
Assessment Tools ◽  
Learning Goals ◽  
Comprehensive University ◽  
Learning Space ◽  
Hands On ◽  
Hands On Learning ◽  
Business Acumen ◽  
College Of Business

The chapter presents the case of collaborating to create a 21st-century learning space in the College of Business at a mid-sized comprehensive university in the Midwest (U.S.). The space is an experiential learning lab, designed for collaborative, hands-on learning to develop business acumen, innovative and integrative thinking, and communication skills. The space supports key elements of a new curriculum for business students as well as a learning space for entrepreneurship classes. The combination of the learning goals, pedagogy, and physical environment give the space its distinctiveness. This case highlights guidelines applicable to other educators considering the creation or adaptation of spaces intended for creative collaboration and experiential learning. Future directions include identifying best practices for space use, improving formative and summative assessment tools, and evaluating the extent to which the unique space enhances learning.

Hands-on Learning in the Medical Education Curriculum for Middle Grade Students

2010 ◽  
Vol 30 (1) ◽  
pp. 96-102 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kazuhiro FUJIMOTO ◽  
Atsushi KUROSAWA ◽  
Akihiro SUZUKI ◽  
Satoshi FUJITA ◽  
Hiroshi IWASAKI
Keyword(s):  
Medical Education ◽  
Middle Grade ◽  
Education Curriculum ◽  
Hands On ◽  
Hands On Learning ◽  
Middle Grade Students ◽  
Medical Education Curriculum

An Open Source Solution for “Hands-on” teaching of PET/CT to Medical Students under the COVID-19 Pandemic

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Martin Biermann ◽  
Salim Kanoun ◽  
Trond Davidsen ◽  
Robert Gray
Keyword(s):  
Medical Students ◽  
Student Satisfaction ◽  
Student Survey ◽  
Technical Challenge ◽  
Course Work ◽  
Pet Ct ◽  
Hands On ◽  
Hands On Learning ◽  
Central Image ◽  
The University

Abstract Aims Since 2017, medical students at the University of Bergen were taught PET/CT “hands-on” by viewing PET/CT cases in native format on diagnostic workstations in the hospital. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, students were barred access. This prompted us to launch and evaluate a new freeware PET/CT viewing system hosted in the university network. Methods We asked our students to install the multiplatform Fiji viewer with Beth Israel PET/CT plugin (http://petctviewer.org) on their personal computers and connect to a central image database in the university network based on the public domain orthanc server (https://orthanc-server.com). At the end of course, we conducted an anonymous student survey. Results The new system was online within eight days, including regulatory approval. All 76 students (100 %) in the fifth year completed their course work, reading five anonymized PET/CT cases as planned. 41 (53 %) students answered the survey. Fiji was challenging to install with a mean score of 1.8 on a 5-point Likert scale (5 = easy, 1 = difficult). Fiji was more difficult to use (score 3.0) than the previously used diagnostic workstations in the hospital (score 4.1; p < 0.001, paired t-test). Despite the technical challenge, 47 % of students reported having learnt much (scores 4 and 5); only 11 % were negative (scores 1 and 2). 51 % found the PET/CT tasks engaging (scores 4 and 5) while 20 % and 5 % returned scores 2 and 1, respectively. Conclusion Despite the initial technical challenge, “hands-on” learning of PET/CT based on the freeware Fiji/orthanc PET/CT-viewer was associated with a high degree of student satisfaction. We plan to continue running the system to give students permanent access to PET/CT cases in native format regardless of time or location.

scholarly journals Supporting Older Adults and Caregivers Through Integrative Service Learning During COVID

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 958-958
Author(s):  
Keith Chan ◽  
Sarah LaFave ◽  
Maggie Ratnayake ◽  
Christina Marsack-Topolewski ◽  
Jillian Graves ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Service Learning ◽  
Community Resources ◽  
Learning Models ◽  
Process Data ◽  
Community Based ◽  
Age In Place ◽  
Home Based ◽  
Hands On ◽  
Hands On Learning

Abstract There is a growing population of older adults who are living longer and acquiring chronic illness and disabilities, making it difficult for them to complete everyday activities and age in place. More than 2 million of these older adults are homebound and 5 million need help leaving their homes. They experience social isolation, food insecurity, and lack of connection to community resources which has intensified since the pandemic. Integrative service learning models can provide home-based support to older adults while offering valuable, hands-on learning experiences for students. This study examined findings for a community-based program which trained university students to provide practical home-based support for older adults and their caregivers. Data was collected for 109 older adults who were connected with student trainees. Students provided services with groceries, companionship, and help accessing needed services. Findings from t-test results using the UCLA Loneliness Scale indicated that older adults reported less loneliness after engagement with students (mean difference = 6.15, t = 3.14, df = 82, p &lt; 0.01). Qualitative process data suggested that older adults benefited from services and a connection to their assigned students prior to and during the pandemic. Student trainees reported that the experience enriched their learning and reaffirmed their commitment to working with older adults. Community-based service learning can address home-based needs of older adults and their caregivers and enhance learning opportunities for students. Policies and practice can support a pipeline of geriatric health professionals through innovative service learning models to benefit older adults, caregivers and students.

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