No place for remote students? Navigating transitions of hybrid co-presence in seminar rooms and lecture halls

This study investigates the dynamics of hybrid learning environments in university contexts, examining how spatial-material arrangements influence interaction and engagement. Analyzing video recordings from a linguistics seminar and a mathematics lecture at the University of Zurich, we highlight the challenges faced by lecturers in managing co-presence between on-site and remote students. The research uncovers the complexities in segregating and integrating participants, revealing the inadequacies of traditional learning spaces for hybrid formats. Our findings suggest the need for architectural and technological redesigns that facilitate more inclusive and effective hybrid interactions. This study contributes essential insights into enhancing hybrid learning experiences in higher education.