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Pennington, Colin; Putman, Rebecca S.; Munsey, Beck A. – Journal of Learning Spaces, 2022
The concept of 'flexible seating' has emerged as a possibility to meeting the goals of an active learning classroom. Recent scholarship has suggested that numerous student learning predictors are enhanced when interacting with flexible seating. This study aims to fill a gap in the literature by investigating the effects of flexible seating from a…
Descriptors: College Students, College Faculty, Classroom Environment, Furniture
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Rollings, Kimberly A.; Kayongo, Jessica – Journal of Learning Spaces, 2022
This study examined whether three renovated academic library spaces encouraged group work as intended. Hourly observations and a questionnaire documented group work use, space preferences, and suggested improvements. Compared to the three renovated spaces, significantly more group work occurred in an unrenovated space that was more open, spacious,…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Group Activities, Physical Environment, Facility Improvement
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March, Laura; Arnsberg, Emily; Melo, Marijel – Journal of Learning Spaces, 2022
Libraries across the world have increasingly established makerspaces and incorporated making-related activities into their programming. Yet little is known about how this proliferation translates digitally. In response, this study uncovers how libraries construct virtual representations of makers and makerspaces through their social media content…
Descriptors: Libraries, Shared Resources and Services, Social Media, Content Analysis
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Ceviker, Elife; Strycker, Jesse; Moody, Alex – Journal of Learning Spaces, 2022
This case study used a design-based research approach to examine the development and evaluation of an online homework system to support learning and problem-solving in a high school physics course. Emergent themes included challenges of building the system, strengths and weaknesses of it, and the benefits to students. While the system largely met…
Descriptors: Homework, Educational Technology, High School Students, Physics
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Gómez-Gonzalvo, Fernando; Moreno Doña, Alberto; Toro Arévalo, Sergio – Journal of Learning Spaces, 2022
This paper presents a theoretical discussion about space-time as a curricular element which the student learns certain dynamics and positions to knowledge. The interactions to student's whit curriculars elements are necessary to build knowledge, like other curricular elements, the perspective of use of this element is important to type of learning…
Descriptors: Self Concept, Cross Cultural Studies, Curriculum Development, Time Factors (Learning)
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Knudson, Duane; Odum, Mary; Meaney, Karen – Journal of Learning Spaces, 2022
Faculty and student perception of engagement in two (mobile desks or mobile tables and chairs) low-tech active learning classroom (ALC) designs were compared. Student (n = 413) perceptions of engagement were measured with the Engaged Learning Index (ELI) and the Social Context and Learning Environments (SCALE) instruments at the beginning and end…
Descriptors: Student Attitudes, College Students, Teacher Attitudes, College Faculty
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Kulka, Joseph; Doherty, Deborah; Maher, Sara F. – Journal of Learning Spaces, 2022
A mismatch between furniture and body characteristics can cause musculoskeletal discomfort during prolonged sitting for a variety of learners. The purpose of this study was to explore university students' perceived changes in pain and/or discomfort, perceived level of comfort, and perceived ability to focus and learn while using four common desk…
Descriptors: Furniture, College Students, Attention Control, Student Attitudes
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Bruner, Justin; Affoo, Rebecca; Dietsch, Angela M. – Journal of Learning Spaces, 2022
The goal of this study was to contribute to research on active learning by addressing the problem of disentangling the effects of classroom architecture, student characteristics, and pedagogical design as they relate to student achievement. The study utilized a quasiexperimental design where data was collected on student perceptions of their…
Descriptors: Active Learning, Academic Achievement, Student Characteristics, Classroom Design
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Birdwell, Tracey; Harris, Tripp – Journal of Learning Spaces, 2022
In this article, we present a revised version of the active learning classroom observation tool (ALCOT), designed in 2015, to support instructor reflection on instructional approaches applied within active learning classrooms. The design of active learning classrooms and teaching approaches within them have changed significantly since the initial…
Descriptors: Active Learning, Educational Improvement, Classroom Observation Techniques, Teaching Methods
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Agyekum, Boadi – Journal of Learning Spaces, 2022
Public libraries in Hamilton provide countless services to different users, particularly older immigrants. The library system proves to be an inclusive learning space, promoting lifelong learning for all. The paper explores the relationship between public library use, lifelong learning and community development. In addition, it demonstrates the…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Public Libraries, Users (Information), Librarians
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Marchiori, Katelyn S.; McLean, Sarah – Journal of Learning Spaces, 2022
The main objective of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of an active learning space (ALS) in supporting student development of effective communication as a transferable skill. A fourth-year medical science course was taught in two different settings, an ALS and a fixed-row classroom, by the same instructor. Participants preferred the ALS for…
Descriptors: Active Learning, Communication Skills, Science Education, Instructional Effectiveness
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Ashley, Jeffrey; Patrone, Amy – Journal of Learning Spaces, 2022
To what extent do active learning spaces foster students' development of collaboration skills, a set of highly sought-after competencies in today's workforce? This case study highlights the novel use of a survey specifically designed for recent alumni to attempt to identify and quantify important attributes of these learning environments…
Descriptors: Cooperation, Skill Development, Active Learning, Institutional Evaluation
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Gatlin, Anna Ruth; Swearingen, Sally Ann; Tan, Lindsay – Journal of Learning Spaces, 2022
The COVID-19 pandemic has driven considerable changes in how we live, work, and study. How have students adapted space to support remote study? This research project aimed to understand where students were learning and how they were using and adapting the space. An online survey gathered data from 542 college students across 93 majors at two…
Descriptors: COVID-19, Pandemics, College Students, Family Environment
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Alfaro, Sarah M. Angne – Journal of Learning Spaces, 2022
This paper defines the value and best practices of immersive learning and how a Midwest University initiative implements immersive learning practices to enhance students' educational experience. Literature reveals that immersive, or experiential, learning experiences are critical because "experiential learning provides the necessary link…
Descriptors: Experiential Learning, Teaching Methods, Curriculum Implementation, College Students
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Wells, Cacey L.; Reeder, Stacy – Journal of Learning Spaces, 2022
The first days of school are critical for many teachers across the country. They are often set aside to establish routines, expectations, the tone of the class, and begin developing the learning space for the year. As a result of high stakes accountability culture, many teachers revert to top-down management methods for establishing normative…
Descriptors: Urban Schools, Mathematics Teachers, High School Teachers, Classroom Techniques
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