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Download full textWeisberg, Michael – 1993
Many of the findings from ergonomics research on visual display workstations are relevant to the design of interactive learning stations. This 1993 paper briefly reviews ergonomics research on visual display workstations; specifically, (1) potential health hazards from electromagnetic radiation; (2) musculoskeletal disorders; (3)vision complaints;…
Descriptors: Educational Environment, Educational Technology, Elementary Secondary Education, Guidelines
Sturgeon, Julie – School Planning and Management, 1998
Examines the physical health risks attributed to poor furniture and equipment ergonomics and looks at ways to help assure that furniture and equipment purchases and practices are ergonomically sound. Cautions to be wary wary of marketing hype that a company's furniture is ergonomically set, and acquire adjustable furniture and encourage students…
Descriptors: Classroom Furniture, Elementary Secondary Education, Guidelines, Human Factors Engineering
Peer reviewedLinden, Paul – T.H.E. Journal, 1998
Examines computer use and repetitive strain injury (RSI) among children and young adults, emphasizing body-awareness training that teaches people to notice and feel body components; understand principles of relaxation, balance, and movement efficiency; and use economical and strain-free ways of accomplishing movements. Outlines elements of safety…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Children, Elementary Secondary Education, Guidelines
