What does a space look like where different forms of modern teaching can be implemented as easily as possible? In the process of identifying a suitable space and developing a needs-based concept, many discussions were held, ideas were gathered, and the various requirements of students and faculty were taken into account. In the meantime, not only has a specific space on campus been identified—the concept itself has also become much more concrete.
The goal is a space that facilitates a variety of teaching formats with minimal barriers: switching between individual, group, and whole-class work should be just as possible as hybrid sessions or project-based learning. The design, technical equipment, and furnishings should be flexible enough to allow instructors to adapt the space to different teaching situations. At the same time, hybrid formats allow the circle of participants to be expanded beyond the on-site physical capacity.
The project review was not just about presenting the current concept. Participants also discussed together how the space could actually be used in the future. Which elements of the concept are particularly helpful for faculty? Where is additional flexibility needed? What requirements might still be missing?
This exchange is part of the development process. After all, the ultimate goal is not simply to create a newly equipped seminar room, but rather a space that facilitates various forms of teaching and learning with as few barriers as possible. The next step is to further refine the ideas generated so far and, step by step, transform the selected space into such a learning environment.
Text: Jana Schultz
