Classrooms + Commons
The Student Commons space outside classrooms provides a variety of settings where students can study alone or connect with classmates or instructors before or after class.
New Design Principles
A new set of design principles enables educational institutions to create better learning experiences by delivering on what students and educators need now and in the future.
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Me + We
Equally support large groups, small groups and individuals
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Fixed to Fluid
Multimodal spaces support multiple purposes and pedagogies
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Open + Enclosed
More shielded “me” and activate more open “we” spaces
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Braiding Digital + Physical
Increase video use in "me" and "we" spaces
Explore Design Principles
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