Learning Space
BUSINESS PSYCHOLOGY REPORT
LEARNING SPACES
WINTER TERM
2011
TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. Introduction……………………………………………………………………….3
II. Learning……………………………………………………………………………..3 1. Learning process…………………………………………………………....4 2. Learning styles………………………………………………………………..4 3. Learning theories……………………………………………………………5 III. Motivation………………………………………………………………………….5 1. Work motivation…………………………………………………………….6 2. Theories of motivation………………………………………………7-8
IV. Learning Spaces/Environment……………………………………………...9 1. Definition…………………………………………………………………………9 2. Types of learning spaces…………………………………………………9 3. Characteristics of learning spaces……………………………………10
V. ADR Building…………………………………………………………………………10 1. The ADR now…………………………………………………………………11 2. Advantages…………………………………………………………………….11 3. Disadvantages…………………………………………………………………12 VI. Conclusion…………………………………………………………………………13 VII. Group work…………………………………………………………………….14
I) INTRODUCTION
This report will scrutinize how the Buckingham Business School of the University of Buckingham utilises the ADR Building in order to enhance the “learning space” for both students and staff. In order to reach a conclusion, information will be provided on the theory behind learning, the learning environment in terms of both concept and psychological theory. Furthermore, theories on motivation and a detailed analysis of the layout and functions of the ADR building will also be included, in combination with recommendations as to how the building may be improved in order to further enhance the learning environment. A brief description of how the group worked together in compiling this report will be provided following the conclusion.
II) LEARNING Learning is the process of acquiring knowledge or skills through experience that leads to change in behavior. Learning is linked to perception which is something that we do most of the time such as listening,
LEARNING SPACES
WINTER TERM
2011
TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. Introduction……………………………………………………………………….3
II. Learning……………………………………………………………………………..3 1. Learning process…………………………………………………………....4 2. Learning styles………………………………………………………………..4 3. Learning theories……………………………………………………………5 III. Motivation………………………………………………………………………….5 1. Work motivation…………………………………………………………….6 2. Theories of motivation………………………………………………7-8
IV. Learning Spaces/Environment……………………………………………...9 1. Definition…………………………………………………………………………9 2. Types of learning spaces…………………………………………………9 3. Characteristics of learning spaces……………………………………10
V. ADR Building…………………………………………………………………………10 1. The ADR now…………………………………………………………………11 2. Advantages…………………………………………………………………….11 3. Disadvantages…………………………………………………………………12 VI. Conclusion…………………………………………………………………………13 VII. Group work…………………………………………………………………….14
I) INTRODUCTION
This report will scrutinize how the Buckingham Business School of the University of Buckingham utilises the ADR Building in order to enhance the “learning space” for both students and staff. In order to reach a conclusion, information will be provided on the theory behind learning, the learning environment in terms of both concept and psychological theory. Furthermore, theories on motivation and a detailed analysis of the layout and functions of the ADR building will also be included, in combination with recommendations as to how the building may be improved in order to further enhance the learning environment. A brief description of how the group worked together in compiling this report will be provided following the conclusion.
II) LEARNING Learning is the process of acquiring knowledge or skills through experience that leads to change in behavior. Learning is linked to perception which is something that we do most of the time such as listening,
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