Transformations in Ukrainian Culture of Learning

Objective: Since more diverse audiences attend universities, nowadays, more advanced educationalapproaches are required. The current study explores the role of culture of learningtransformations in facing this challenge. We employ the notion of ‘cultures of learning’ to drawattention to the socio-cultural, sustainable and competence-oriented aspects of key educationalpractices. We are focusing on advances in students’ learning-culture, which are implemented atthe university: interdisciplinary, transformative sustainability learning and experiential learning. Methodology: The paper considers practical issues related to the educational approaches,their benefits and limitations. Findings: The results of the observations indicated that students’ learning culture was highlyaffected by educational approaches. Value Added: We highlight that mutual relations exist between learning-culture and teaching-culture and exactly the student-teacher dialogue should be changed to transform traditionallearning in higher education. Recommendations: Interdisciplinarity and creativity can serve as the key factors in establishinga productive educational cycle that fosters a learning-culture based on students’ needs andvalues consideration.