Centers for Teaching and Learning
This SIG brings together teaching and learning centres, learning labs, and educational innovation units that advance pedagogy through media and technology in higher education.
Our mission is to create a collaborative network where these centres exchange experiences, insights, and challenges in developing and integrating innovative teaching and learning practices.
We explore how emerging technologies — including XR, AI, and other digital tools — can meaningfully support learning design, media production, and staff and student development.
By connecting institutional expertise, we aim to strengthen the role of pedagogical centres as key enablers of educational transformation, fostering a culture of experimentation, collaboration, and shared learning across higher education.
More information to be announced soon!
Activities and Opportunities for SIG Members:
- Advisory Committee Participation: Members are invited to join the Advisory Committee, playing a key role in developing the agenda for the annual Media & Learning Conference and online events.
- Workshops and Seminars: Members actively contribute to the programme of online workshops and seminars organised by and for the community, focusing on specific topics of interest.
- Collaborative Project Proposals: SIG members are encouraged to collaboratively prepare project proposals that leverage the potential of XR in educational contexts. The MLA acts as a platform for finding partners, brainstorming ideas, and incubating projects.
- Newsletter Contributions: Members are invited contribute articles and other content to the monthly newsletter, focusing on XR in higher education.
- Research and Project Support: For members conducting research or managing projects in this area, the MLA provides a platform to gather input and disseminate findings.
- Knowledge Sharing and Collaboration: A dedicated mailing list and Teams environment support knowledge sharing and collaboration among members on topics related to XR in higher education.
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Please note that these special interest groups are exclusively available to organisational members of the Association and are part of our work within Media & Learning. Learn more about the membership here.