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Texas Education Agency, Austin. Div. of Special Education. – 1984
The manual was intended to help school personnel (either an educator of the visually handicapped and/or a certified orientation and mobility instructor) evaluate the functional use of residual vision. The manual is organized in three major sections, which cover the following: (1) the general areas addressed in functional vision evaluation (such as…
Descriptors: Vision Tests, Visual Acuity, Visual Environment, Visual Impairments
Peer reviewedSmith, Nancy R. – CEFP Journal, 1980
Modern principles of color applied to schools will greatly improve the scholastic performance of students. (Author/MLF)
Descriptors: Color Planning, Elementary Secondary Education, Facility Requirements, Learning Processes
Calhoun, Lawrence – American School and University, 1984
Students using microcomputers for extensive periods of time are prone to the same problems as those experienced by video display terminal operators. Suggested guidelines include adjustable furniture and equipment, avoidance of eye strain, control of screen brightness and contrast, and specially prescribed glasses. (MLF)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Human Factors Engineering, Input Output Devices, Microcomputers
Papa-Lewis, Rosemary; Cornell, Charles E. – School Business Affairs, 1987
The same form of lighting will not be effective in all areas of a school facility. Factors to be considered include physical and psychological effects, visual requirements, and cost. A chart illustrates type of lamp, output/energy ratio, light "quality," and applications. (MLF)
Descriptors: Cost Effectiveness, Design Requirements, Educational Facilities Design, Elementary Secondary Education
Peer reviewedDay, C. William – CEFP Journal, 1980
Reviews what is known about the effects on students of thermal, visual, and acoustical elements in classrooms. (Author/MLF)
Descriptors: Acoustical Environment, Carpeting, Classroom Environment, Educational Facilities Planning
Crookham, Joe P. – Parks and Recreation, 1982
Guidelines for planning the lighting facilities for recreational and other athletic fields are presented (a softball field is used for an example). Guidelines are given for determining (1) lighting needs and levels of uniformity; (2) lamp choice; (3) structural requirements; (4) operating and maintenance costs; and (5) financing options. (PP)
Descriptors: Athletic Fields, Cost Estimates, Electrical Systems, Facility Guidelines
American Inst. of Architects, Sacramento, CA. California Council. – 1994
This teacher's handbook is designed to educate the city builders of tomorrow about the importance of responsible urban development. The activities stress the relationship between the built and natural environment. The goals of the project emphasize: (1) sensitivity to the importance of working in greater harmony with the total environment; (2)…
Descriptors: Architecture, Building Design, Buildings, Built Environment
Download full textHertz, Karl V., Ed.; Day, C. William, Ed. – 1987
This guide, a collection of 14 articles by experts in the field, highlights the key features related to the planning and construction of educational facilities. The guide is to be used as a tool in the planning, design, remodeling, and construction of educational facilities. The focus is on practice rather than theory. The book starts by dealing…
Descriptors: Architects, Building Plans, Construction Management, Construction Needs
