Next Generation Learning Places and Work Spaces 2nd July 2013 One Size Fits None Next Generation Learning Places and Work Spaces 2nd July 2013

Rachel Challen, Blended Learning Advisor, Institute for Learning Enhancement Dr Helen Gale, Associate Dean of Learning and Teaching, Institute for Learning Enhancement Matthew Green, Assistant Director (Academic and Learning Support), IT Services Rachel and Helen:

Overview The Problem The Approach The Evaluation The Findings Helen: LaTTE: Learning and Teaching Test Environment

Teaching Spaces Development (Pre-LaTTE Project) Helen:

Teaching Spaces Development (LaTTE Project) Rachel:

Social Infrastructure Framework cultural beliefs practices socio-techno-spatial relations interaction with the "outside world." Achieved by: In class observations Informal interviews Critical friend Reflection and feedback Surveys Community of learning Helen: Bielaczyc, K. (2006). Designing Social Infrastructure: Critical Issues in Creating Learning Environments With Technology. Journal of the Learning Sciences  15(3), pp.301-329

Staff Feedback “No longer have to rely on a PowerPoint presentation for the entire session, used more as a key point reminder… allows students to discuss more and allows interactivity”. “It enables an easy change between lecture style and workshop keeping the interest of students”. “There was an expectation that they [students] weren’t just there to listen but also to interact and engage”. “The LaTTE environment seemed to open lines of critiquing and offer suggestions to peers”. “It appeared as though the LaTTE environment broke down some culture barriers due to feeling more at ease in the room”. Rachel:

Student Feedback Rachel:

Student Feedback (2) “Very up to date and executive style room, beautiful”. “It's spacious, new technology. It's nice”. “…Engage in group activities rather than just listening, the computers able us to get involved in lectures”. “Shape and layout helped with a more relaxed and easier learning environment”. “I could work with other people more easily because of the shape of the table and the screen is big enough so everyone can see”. “Makes group presentations easier, and puts less pressure on people who are nervous about giving presentations”. Rachel:

Benefits and Disadvantages Pre-LaTTE LaTTE Economies of scale for development Staff familiarity with room technology Mostly passive learning Room dictates pedagogy Room supports non collaboration Pedagogy dictates activity Creates a ‘knowledge sharing community’ Mostly active learning Time load of learning new technology Takes staff and students out of their comfort zone Helen:

Thank you Discussion points: Impact Sustainability Measuring Results Dissemination Change of pedagogy Integration of systems CPD Helen: www.wlv.ac.uk/latte