The idea for The Learning Curve generated from the Spaces for Learning Conference in Glasgow. The conference which took place at the end of October 2005 promoted the idea that space should be a place to motivate learners and promote learning as an activity. The dedication and speed of our Board and Management Team in making the concept into reality in such a short time frame is commendable.

The design of its individual spaces is flexible to accommodate both current and evolving pedagogies. The creative use of space enables future-proofing by allowing responsive re-designation,re-allocation or reconfiguration of space as appropriate. Currently staff are experimenting with small group briefings, self study groups and enjoying the space as meeting venues. Within the space we have also created the Equalities and Assistive Technologies Centre to allow us to assess the needs of our learners and provide them with cutting edge assistive learning technologies and one to one support from experienced empathetic staff. Our aim is to look beyond tried and tested technologies and pedagogies, be creative, energise and inspire our learners and tutors.

The Board, management and staff commitment to develop the potential of all of our learners for the 21st century is demonstrated through the achievemnt of this project.

OUR SERVICES
The Learning Curve aims to provide a dynamic social and learning environment and to meet the information needs of all learners and staff at Central College. It provides a wide variety of books, periodicals, DVDs, videos and online resources to complement the courses offered by the College. Learners also have the benefit of access to PCs, wireless laptops, printing facilities and a range of study areas. These services compliment the one-stop shop for information and guidance for all applicants and enquirers in the Central Business Learning Zone. The Learning Curve also offers student workshops and drop-in sessions throughout term-time. As well as this users are also entitled to borrow books, resource materials, reserve computers and borrow wireless laptops.

The Learning Curve
Allan Glen's Campus
Central College
Glasgow
G4 0ND