ERIC Number: EJ1400782
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2023
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The Effects of Furnishings and Technology on Pedagogical Agility and Student Engagement across Flexible Learning Spaces
Lee, Hye Yeon; Ramsay, Crystal M.; Robert, Jenay
Journal of Learning Spaces, v12 n1 p23-32 2023
We explored how furnishings and technology impact pedagogical agility and student engagement across three flexible learning spaces. We collected various kinds of data from faculty and students teaching and learning in multiple classrooms, such as focus group interviews with students, faculty responses to reflection prompts, and pre- and post-occupancy surveys with both. Flexible furniture configuration was found to support various instructional strategies and facilitate interaction between student-student and student-instructor. A writable surface is beneficial to facilitate student engagement during group activities. Digital displays with wireless content sharing capabilities promote collaborative learning. Specific recommendations for learning space designs and faculty development are provided.
Descriptors: Furniture, Educational Facilities Design, Technology Uses in Education, Learner Engagement, Educational Environment, Cooperative Learning, Classroom Environment, Visual Aids, College Students, Technology Integration
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Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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