scholarly journals The University Campus as a Learning Environment: the role of a Campus-based Living Lab in a Blended Teaching and Learning Environment

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Steven L. Rogers ◽  
Adam J. Jeffery ◽  
Jamie K. Pringle ◽  
Antonia C. Law ◽  
Alexandre Nobajas ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Learning Environment ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Cross Cultural ◽  
Education For Sustainability ◽  
University Campus ◽  
Teaching And Learning Environment ◽  
Living Lab ◽  
Living Labs ◽  
The University

Abstract. “Living Labs” provide stakeholders with an authentic and spontaneous environment in which innovations and technologies can be developed. This paper highlights the use of Living Labs as an educational teaching and learning environment. We give examples of practice currently used and present a conceptual framework for pedagogic design of activities and assessment in a Living Lab environment. The examples provided are based around current HE under/post-graduate taught assessment and activities. We suggest that Living Labs, particularly campus based Living Labs, are an excellent opportunity for education providers to provide experiences for students that are realistic, promote empowerment of students, and are spontaneous, promoting student inclusivity and sustainability. Living Labs can introduce opportunities for inter- and transdisciplinarity and cross-cultural working and can provide an excellent base for education for sustainability.

scholarly journals Converting to Online Course and Program Delivery: The University of South Australia Case Study

2001 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Bruce King ◽  
Holly McCauslan ◽  
Ted Nunan
Keyword(s):  
Distance Education ◽  
Learning Environment ◽  
Online Teaching ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
South Australia ◽  
Online Teaching And Learning ◽  
Teaching And Learning Environment ◽  
The University

The University of South Australia's (UniSA) approach to converting its distance education programs to online delivery is to manage it as a part of establishing an online teaching and learning environment for all of its programs. UniSA's move to online teaching and learning derives from a clear vision of its future, is informed and directed by a comprehensive framework for teaching and learning, and enabled by appropriate structures, processes and resources. The institution has chosen to develop a relatively low-cost, easy to use online teaching and learning environment that has facilitated large-scale conversion to the online mode for all teaching and learning, including traditional distance education.

scholarly journals Bringing sustainability to the heart of a university through teaching, research and service

2018 ◽  
Vol 48 ◽  
pp. 06007 ◽  
Author(s):  
Esra Gençtürk ◽  
M. Pinar Mengüç
Keyword(s):  
Built Environment ◽  
Learning Environment ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Strategic Plan ◽  
Short Paper ◽  
Life Long Learning ◽  
Teaching And Learning Environment ◽  
Learning Practices ◽  
Sustainable Education ◽  
The University

In this short paper, we summarize our targeted efforts at Ozyegin University in Istanbul, Turkey for establishing a sustainable research, teaching and learning environment. The University is striving to have highest level impact on sustainable education, energy, architecture, built environment, business and life-long learning practices. The strategic plan of the University puts the principles of sustainability at the cornerstone of its efforts, with the aim to aspire not only our students and staff, but also the community at large.

scholarly journals With the integration of learning apps, what are Moodle’s prospects?

2018 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Emmanuel Mogaji
Keyword(s):  
Learning Environment ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Virtual Learning ◽  
Virtual Learning Environment ◽  
Integration Of Learning ◽  
The University

The role of technology in enhancing teaching and learning cannot be over-emphasised. Often, tutors use innovative tools from the virtual learning environment (VLE) provided by the university. In this piece, I reflect on the prospects of VLE, as tutors and students have begun to find other tools more engaging and interactive.

Living labs and co-creation techniques for university-business cooperation: a case study

2021 ◽  
pp. 109-131
Author(s):  
Chiara Aleffi ◽  
Sabrina Tomasi ◽  
Concetta Ferrara ◽  
Gigliola Paviotti ◽  
Chiara Mignani ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Regional Development ◽  
Stakeholder Engagement ◽  
Regional Role ◽  
Living Lab ◽  
Living Labs ◽  
The University

The paper reports about a case study about the regional role of universities, by focusing on the implementation and management of living labs to promote local tourism. The aim is to provide evidence of effective approaches to involve stakeholders in initiatives of regional development. To this aim, the stakeholder engagement activities that took place at the University of Macerata (Italy) were analysed. The conclusions highlight the usefulness of the methodologies and techniques used to facilitate university-business cooperation under the aegis of a living lab.

scholarly journals Student Wellbeing in the Teaching and Learning Environment: A Study Exploring Student and Staff Perspectives

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (4) ◽  
pp. 103
Author(s):  
Elena Riva ◽  
Rebecca Freeman ◽  
Lauren Schrock ◽  
Victoria Jelicic ◽  
Cameron-Tosh Ozer ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Learning Environment ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Student Wellbeing ◽  
Teacher Student ◽  
Teaching And Learning Environment ◽  
Student Centred Learning ◽  
The Uk ◽  
Staff Wellbeing ◽  
The Impact

Internationally and in the UK universities are facing a crisis of student wellbeing. In this context, it is important to research the impact of the teaching and learning environment and experiences, including the relationships between students and staff, on student wellbeing. While separate pieces of research on students’ wellbeing have addressed student and teacher perspectives on the role of learning experiences, we identified an opportunity to address the perspectives of both students and staff, including non-academics, in the same study. This study advances work on student wellbeing, recognising an interdependency between staff and student wellbeing. It adds to current research in identifying student-centred learning and assessment, intercultural awareness, international integration, and emotional intelligence as enablers of positive student wellbeing. The findings of this research also demonstrate the crucial role of the teacher-student relationship in impacting students’ (and staff) wellbeing and suggest solutions and areas for development that reflect the complexity of the Higher Education environment in which they are located.

Teacher Liaison In-Service Training Through Mentorship

2018 ◽  
pp. 98-111
Author(s):  
Itumeleng Innocentia Setlhodi
Keyword(s):  
Social Learning ◽  
Learning Environment ◽  
Social Order ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Learning Approach ◽  
Informal Mentoring ◽  
Mentorship Program ◽  
Teaching And Learning Environment ◽  
Service Training

Teachers who are charged with the role of collaborating learners' affairs require guidance and support for effectively discharging their responsibilities. However, their initial training does not empower them to handle this challenge. Providing an in-service training that incorporates structured mentorship program when in practice presents them with an opportunity to harmonize relationships, oversee learner activities for good cooperate governance, and enable the school to yield conducive teaching and learning environment. Drawing from social learning approach whose essence is action, reflection, communication, and co-operation, the benefits of a mentorship program have a potential of enhancing learner activities in schools. Accordingly, making provision for both formal and informal mentoring can empower and inspire courageous acts of contributing towards a sound school social order.

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