Student-centred Learning Strategies

Learning Precincts are learning spaces designed for small groups to engage in highly interactive, student-centred activities. The resources outlined below are intended for either academics or students, to support student-centred learning in these spaces.

A Quick Guide to Resources for the Learning Precincts

Resources for your Students

Student guide for the learning precincts - This resource outlines how students can get started in the learning precincts and start sharing content at Kingswood campus (PDF, 313.35 KB) (opens in a new window) and Parramatta campus (PDF, 337.2 KB) (opens in a new window).

Introduction to the learning precincts (Student Orientation) (Video, 2.49 mins) (opens in a new window) - This video introduces first time student users of the Learning Precincts and includes an overview of the features and learning technologies available to enhance learning experiences. The video can be added to vUWS sites as part of orientation to the new learning spaces.

Resources for Staff

Introduction to the learning precinct (Staff Orientation) (Video, 2.25 mins) (opens in a new window) - Staff orientation to the Learning Precincts. It includes an overview of the features and learning technologies available to enhance student learning experiences along with some suggested learning activities for the new spaces.

Introduction to the learning precinct - Run sheet for facilitating student orientation (PDF, 99.18 KB) (opens in a new window) - This resource is to assist staff when there is a need to conduct a student orientation session for first time users of the learning precinct. Listed focus areas are optional, depending on what features students are required to use for their learning activities.

Increasing student engagement in the Learning Precinct (PDF, 137.08 KB) (opens in a new window) - This resource provides active learning strategies and tips on how to enhance student engagement in the Learning Precinct.

Student Engagement Classroom Resource (DOCX, 1594.22 KB) (opens in a new window) - This guide is a quick reference point to assist with some advice and links to resources to maximise student engagement in classroom settings.

Engaging Students Through Active Learning (DOCX, 1071.19 KB) (opens in a new window) - This summary curates a range of approaches and resources to foster student engagement through active learning strategies, both online and in the classroom.

Teaching tips for student centred activities and assessment resources - These resources outline approaches to facilitating student-centred learning activities supported by suggested learning technologies to enhance active learning and assessment.

The following documents provide detailed information and step-by-step operating instructions about the Learning Precinct: