Share Paper: Towards creatively composing transformative learning spaces

  1. Paul Syme, Acadia University, AVRSB, & symecreative.com, Canada
Friday, October 20 12:10-12:30 PM Pavillion B

Abstract: As borders blur and comfortable practices are transferred between traditional and e-learning classrooms the transformative dimensions of each learning space frequently go unconsidered New media may be embedded by the teacher or augmented by the learner in service of achieving outcomes by duress or engagement Whether the teacher greets this migratory phenomenon with trepidation or excitement, the key responsibility remains the same -- to offer a course that leads students to success, more by engagement than by duress Understanding the multiplicities found among students, learning environments, communities, and learning content provides a foundation for creatively juxtaposing and composing engaging and ...