Jessica's Blog
1. Why is it important to consider the design of your learning environment? Focus on classroom space, procedures and teacher behaviors observed today.
There are many reasons why the design of a learning environment is very important. For the physical space it is crucial that an educator keeps in mind if there are any students in the class with a mobility device if so, the desks or tables need to be spread wide for easy access for all students. Along with easy access Loui Lord Nelson talks about having the desks set up in a way that will allow collaborative work. She explains that students need opportunities to debate, discuss and challenge one another. Within the learning environment there should be flexible resources for students to use, meaning the resources that are available can be used in many different ways. While observing at Prettyboy Elementary I saw three classrooms that had learning environments that would work well for all different learning styles. In all three of the classrooms there were large carpets for group discussions. While in group discussions the teachers were sitting on the floor with the students and did not make it seem like they were lecturing. The desks were also all arranged in small groups for students to work together on assignments. In one first grade classroom that I was in the students told me that their seats change weekly, this is great because they get a chance to see the class from different angles as well as work with new classmates. Also, around the classes the materials were at a level that students could reach them. This lessened the amount of distraction and allowed for students to take control of their learning. 2. How do learner centered environments impact the experience of students? Learner centered environments impact the experience of students because the way a student feels in the classroom can determine how well they will end up doing. Students need to discover on their own and work in small groups. Teachers can not always be lecturing at the front of the classroom, a teacher should make the students feel empowered and guide them through.
2 Comments
2/17/2016 11:38:13 am
I absolutely agree with you in regard to having the educator being mindful of students that may use a mobility device. Having a space with a proper layout allows accessibility for all students!
Reply
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorEESE Major, just living the dream. Archives
April 2016
Categories |