Rethinking Classroom Design: Create Student-Centered Learning Spaces for 6-12th Graders

Todd Finley

ISBN 10: 147581853X / ISBN 13: 9781475818536

Published by Bloomsbury Publishing Plc, 2016

About this Item

Have you ever entered a building or room for the first time and felt enhanced--felt your body relax and spirit elevate? The effect of human-made environments on learners brains is not subjective. According to research studies, we all have measurable responses to the design of a space. However, despite the many resources discussing how to decorate and design elementary school classrooms, few resources on middle and secondary level classroom design are available. This book fills that gap. Moreover, the purpose of this guide is to enhance learning spaces, boost student performances, and positively extend teachers influence. Every instance where you make well-considered decisions about your classroom helps students lead self-actualized lives. This book will help you make those decisions by providing information about everything from students favorite seating arrangements to what temperature is ideal for learning. And learners will feel that effort every time they step foot in your room.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Rethinking Classroom Design: Create Student-Centered Learning Spaces for 6-12th Graders
• Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
• Publication Date: 2016
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 147581853X
• ISBN 13: 9781475818536
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Good

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Synopsis

Have you ever entered a building or room for the first time and felt enhanced--felt your body relax and spirit elevate? The effect of human-made environments on learners' brains is not subjective. According to research studies, we all have measurable responses to the design of a space.

About the Author

Todd Finley, PhD, is an associate professor of English Education at East Carolina University and an Edutopia assistant editor and blogger. His professional blog is Seven Degrees of Education.

Blake Wiggs is an educator and instructional coach at NC New Schools / Breakthrough Learning and designs professional learning experiences for schools and districts.