Student-Centred Environment
In our previous research – looking at improving student wellbeing in the learning environment at Warwick – we identified a clear link between the participants’ experience of wellbeing in the teaching and learning environment and the importance of their own role in their educational journey. As also recognised in relevant literature (see Library Rationale), we found that students prefer an environment that is academically challenging and stimulating, where they desire to engage in active and collaborative learning experiences; they seek learning opportunities that foster productive interactions between students and academic staff. Therefore, the creation and the development of student-centred and student-focussed environment translates to students experiencing more positive wellbeing. The favourable impact of this type of teaching and learning framework is also recognised by staff.
The following pedagogical practices have been derived from approximately 26 interviews, conducted by the Wellbeing Project Officers, who aimed to gain an insight on teaching strategies from different academics across various faculties at the University of Warwick. The sub-categories listed below are to help navigate the numerous areas where a student-centred environment can be implemented.
