CREATING THE IDEAL LEARNING ENVIRONMENT HOW TO MAXIMIZE TIME, RESOURCES AND ENGAGEMENT BY DAILA BOUFFORD C reating the ideal learning environment that engages learners, boosts their intrinsic motivation and demonstrates the value of the experience can be quite a challenge when working with diverse audiences and existing organizational resources. Although research has shown that learners should not be defined strictly by learning style or preference, many still tend to use these labels as a guide when faced with the challenge of designing activities for a variety of learners. Unfortunately, this method presents an incomplete picture, which can yield a sub-par learning experience. | 24