For discussion: How multisensory is our teaching today? What are your personal experiences?

Do we use different senses in teaching and with all types of students?

The idea of “Aistien” method – the “Multisensory Space” Method – was created to meet the needs for a place where individuals from different cultures and backgrounds could come together, learn to know each other and share their memories. The method refers, on the one hand, to a space where all the sense are stimulated, but also to a process whereby the actors can construct or modify the space according to their own thoughts to tell or describe a thing or a theme that is important to them.

The core of the Multisensory Space Method is a Multisensory Space, which is an easily modified space where all the senses are activated by different elements. The Space can be used as an inspirational learning environment but also as a meeting point for people. The Space and the multisensory materials provoke thoughts and memories which inspire dialogue among visitors.

The method is very flexible in terms of group size and planning and building process. Usually, though, the groups creating the Spaces include about 4-6 persons, but the process can also be done individually or with a larger group. The group work enables interaction during the planning and building process. On the other hand, for a big group, it can be challenging to create a Space that represents equally every individual’s ideas and thoughts. The actual realization of the Space can vary according to the needs of the group building the Space. The project may take several months or just a one day. The most common building process includes 4-6 joint meetings about once a week where the Multisensory Space is planned and built together.

Here you find an introduction to the Multisensory Space Method, told by pictures and photos.

Module 4 Multisensory Space Method Updated.pptx

person holding green leaf on water