The purpose and method
of transforming space is to support meaningful change in design, to the actual
process of transformation in learning spaces.
Flexible classrooms give students a choice in
what kind of learning space works best for them, and help them to work
collaboratively, communicate, and engage in critical thinking.
@StPhilipCS the grade 2/3
class and the grade
8 class have transformed their classrooms. With the flexible seating
available students are lying on the floor, sitting at low table on their knees,
standing up, and are engaged.
All teachers who are contemplating to re-design
their classroom are asked to sketch out their ideas and formulate a budget. Fitting
a classroom is not that expensive and supporting them through school budgets is
moving in the right direction. However, teachers need to keep in mind that if
they are planning to keep their furniture when they move schools they need to
pay it out of pocket.
They are many benefits to these Learning
Environments. As more teachers adapt to the needs of the 21st
Century Learner and transform their classrooms, more administrators will need
to allocate funds to support this process.
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