ERIC Number: EJ1194883
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2018
Pages: 5
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Understanding Campus Spaces to Improve Student Belonging
Samura, Michelle
About Campus, v23 n2 p19-23 May-Jun 2018
Every institution is different, so educators should explore the concept of spatial cues at their institutions. Without serious consideration of space, many students' needs (and desires) will remain unknown and unaddressed. More than any time before, campuses must develop strategies to better understand students' diverse experiences and perspectives, especially those that desire to be more inclusive. Drawing on a spatial approach and integrating spatial cues will help improve the process of developing students' sense of belonging and connectedness--a critical factor for student success. In this article, the author discusses understanding campus spaces to improve student belonging.
Descriptors: College Environment, Space Utilization, Cues, Student Needs, Student Diversity, Student Attitudes, Student School Relationship, College Students, Educational Facilities, Dining Facilities, Dormitories, Interaction, Social Influences
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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