Creating great learning spaces

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Does your classroom mirror the rectilinear seating arrangement popular in Sumerian classrooms, circa 2000 BCE? Or is your classroom seating flexible and tricked out with the IDEO designed Node Chair by Steelcase? What classroom design changes can you do on a budget that supports learning?

Source: Tips for Creating Wow-Worthy Learning Spaces | Edutopia

A pretty great list to check, along with research to back up certain items. I especially like the videos of classroom examples.

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