BUSINESS skills taught in “Pods” at the Luton-based University of Bedfordshire have been praised in a think-tank report.
The uni’s Business School has been praised for its innovative style in a report called Teaching Matters from the think-tank million+.
The report argues that transforming teaching in Higher Education will be an important part of delivering employability, stimulating economic growth and tackling unemployment in the long-term.
Business Pods, like the one pictured, are more like modern office suites than traditional classrooms, with a variety of office spaces and breakout areas as well as meeting rooms.
University Vice Chancellor, Professor Les Ebdon, said: “Teaching That Matters recognises the difference that good teaching can make to students and to their prospects in life.
“That was a key aim of the Business Pods when they were launched in 2007 and I’m delighted they have been highlighted in this report.
“The Business Pods provide an innovative approach to teaching business, reflecting the excellent work my colleagues at the Bedfordshire Business School do. It is very gratifying to see they’re respected as an example of best practice.
“The Business Pods are just one example of the innovative approach to teaching the University of Bedfordshire uses to provide engaging and effective learning for all our students.”
Student numbers using the Business Pods have more than doubled over the past five years, totalling some 2,000 business students since 2007.”