Learning in higher education is becoming less a practice in
memorization and regurgitation, and more an active,
collaborative, and social process. As a result, a new way of
viewing university and college campuses is emerging. Driven by
technology and social networks, the current generation of
learners is creating an academic experience that is different
than even a few years ago. “Circles of exchange” begins to
explain this trend. Campuses are increasingly becoming large
networks made up of individual student networks. As students
connect with one another, the flow and diversity of information
is strengthened, more ideas are shared, more knowledge is
developed, and the potential for innovation increases. The
physical environment has a role in this. A thoughtfully designed
learning space can be place for students to gather, collaborate,
socialize, and exchange ideas. The creation of these spaces
requires a better understanding of how and why people learn, the
effect of ever greater sources of information, oppo