Day: November 16, 2012

Shadowing Research Approach in Evaluating Learning Spaces in Higher Education: A Methodological Discussion

AG24 Open House Staff sharing their thoughts with us.

Research is a major part of understanding the impact of new learning spaces at City University London. However, like all Higher Education research, methodological questions soon arise. I had a number of discussions with colleagues working on ‘Learning Spaces Evaluation’ about the best method of developing an understanding of the functionality and effectiveness of the new learning spaces at…Continue Reading Shadowing Research Approach in Evaluating Learning Spaces in Higher Education: A Methodological Discussion

Think, create, innovate: new types of learning space in listed buildings

Museum entrance

Like many universities, City University has a number of listed buildings and spaces.  When learning spaces are at a premium the question is what best to do with these spaces within the strictures of say a Grade 2 listing. The Grade1 listed Anatomy Theatre and Museum at King’s College is a case in point.  Part…Continue Reading Think, create, innovate: new types of learning space in listed buildings