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Learning Commons Development and DesignThe inaugural Learning Commons Development and Design Forum will not only be focusing on the pedagogical but also the design developments - both in the immediate and long term future – that will revolutionise the higher education learning experience. |
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Announcing the inaugural Forum
Learning Commons Development and Design
The new pedagogy
30-31 March 2010 | Rendezvous Hotel, Melbourne
Learning Commons have changed the way higher education institutions deliver information, study and research services. The evolution from library to learning common demonstrates a global shift in pedagogical theory : the emphasis is on providing a place that is learner-centered by combining the elements of teaching, learning, research and technological support.
As Australian universities increasingly look to integrate the academic, social, digital and research aspects that constitute higher education in the twenty first century, it is important to analyse how differing theoretical approaches to learning create different design outcomes.
The inaugural Learning Commons Development and Design Forum will not only be focusing on the pedagogical but also the design developments - both in the immediate and long term future – that will revolutionise the higher education learning experience.
- Day One: Main Forum - Case studies and perspectives from Tertiary Institutions and Architects. Click here for more information on Day One
- Day Two: Design Masterclasses ( covering design elements of learning commons and providing a guide to design of teaching and learning space) and Site Tour of Victoria University 's City Flinders Campus Learning Commons
- Click here for more information on Day Two
What will you discuss?
The program will focus extensively on case studies from the perspective of both architects and the academic bodies who commission the designs, with Day Two of the program devoted to a design masterclass and site tour taking place in one of the leading universities in Australia. The plenary sessions will also focus on issues such as:
- Utilising government funding to create collaborate learning environments
- The importance of student rovers
- Environmental sustainability
As a delegate you will hear from and discuss with a wide range of academics, librarians and designers. The program includes sessions from:
- University of East London
- University of Auckland
- Victoria University
- The University of South Australia
- The University of Melbourne
- Swinburne University of Technology
Get involved!
Book your place now to benefit from the early bird rate.
Special rates are available for Higher Education Institutions.
More registration details HERE
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