learning environments
5 Ways to Build Collaborative Learning Skills In and Out of the Classroom
Finding ways to help students build collaboration skills in the classroom is important for preparing them for the future of work and learning. Here are five ways to open up more opportunities for students to collaborate in and out of the classroom.
Why Schools Need Research and Design Space
Join Tom Vander Ark on the blog as he explores Beaver Country Day School's Research + Design Center, a state-of-the-art innovation hub designed to promote student-driven learning.
Mythbusters: Flexible Learning in Middle School
Lauren Mehbrach, Chris Beingessner and Chris Raymaakers clarify misconceptions for middle school families about the move to flexible learning spaces. This Singapore American School team shares how it aligns to our changing world and better prepares students for the future. Learn more on the blog.
The Benefits of Creative Learning Spaces in K-12 schools
By: Brian Bulmer. As technology and innovation become the first priority for school districts, it’s important that students are offered creative learning spaces.
Learning Environments for the Future: 4 Tips from Randy Fielding
Randy Fielding, the founder of Fielding Nair International, a global leader in designing learning communities, sits down with Tom and shares some of FNI's design principles aligned to the future of learning.
Top Education Trend of 2018: Active Learning Spaces
A look at active learning spaces from around the globe and why they help power high-quality learning experiences, plus a look at what Tom thinks is coming in 2019.
Flipped Learning 2.0: Rethinking the Flipped Classroom Model
By Scott Nadzan - How can teachers take the flipped learning model to the next level? The answer involves creating short-form, engaging and interactive videos that students actually want to watch, and encouraging students to create their own video content.
The Intersection of Tech and Design for Impactful Education
By: Rebecca Chang. Considering the exponential rate at which tech is growing, it is critical that we design the spaces where we educate the engineers and programmers of the future for inclusion. Here's one program that did just that.
8 Things to Look For in a Student-Centered Learning Environment
From years of teaching in the classroom and countless school visits and interactions with excellent educators worldwide, I’ve created a list of things I commonly observe in great student-centered learning environments. Here are eight that stand out.
Creating Positive Learning Environments for a New School Year
Nothing is more crucial than creating a positive learning environment where respect and all of its verbal disciples are always present. So as we embark on a new school year, let’s review what R.E.S.P.E.C.T. looks like in a successful classroom means.