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Lane, Kenneth E.; Richardson, Michael D. – Educational Facility Planner, 1993
A search reveals only six articles that concern human-factors engineering as it relates to student furniture. Contacts with five school-furniture manufacturers disclose that designs were basically unaltered for years and are claimed to reflect what schools want in furniture. Proposes recommendations to design and secure furniture to meet students'…
Descriptors: Classroom Furniture, Design Requirements, Elementary Secondary Education, Human Factors Engineering
Peer reviewedHelander, Martin G.; Palanivel, Thiagarajan – Impact of Science on Society, 1992
Addresses research results and controversies concerning the ergonomic design of computer work stations ranging from the traditional concerns with anthropometric fashions, work posture, and visual performance to the recent considerations about human information processing capacities and awareness of problem-solving strategies. (eight references)…
Descriptors: Computer Software Development, Computer System Design, Design Requirements, Human Factors Engineering
Download full textDahlgren, Anders C. – 1988
This nine-step outline is designed for use by librarians and library trustees in obtaining a general estimate of their library's space needs and for initiating a more comprehensive, detailed facilities planning process. Identifiable spatial requirements to be assessed include space for collections, user seating, staff work, meetings, special use,…
Descriptors: Design Requirements, Facility Expansion, Facility Improvement, Human Factors Engineering
Smith, Susan Staples – EDUTECH Report, 1986
Microcomputers need to be introduced and effectively managed in academic organizations, where compatibility becomes an important issue as users wish to communicate with other users via computer. The need to standardize hardware and software thus becomes an important issue. The first step in selecting a microcomputer standard is the selection of a…
Descriptors: Adoption (Ideas), Change Strategies, Computer Software, Educational Administration
Brawner, Lee B.; And Others – American Libraries, 1988
A series of articles reviews current trends in library furniture, including designs to accommodate computer equipment and workstations, children's furniture, shelving, and display aids. Design requirements and evaluation criteria are discussed, and a directory of furniture suppliers is provided. (CLB)
Descriptors: Carrels, Design Requirements, Display Aids, Electronic Equipment
Lombardi, Don – School Business Affairs, 1991
Studies suggest that computer work stations may induce high levels of physical and psychological stress. Advises school districts to take a proactive stance on ergonomics. Cites laws and pending litigation regulating computer use in the workspace and offers guidelines for computer users. (MLF)
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Court Litigation, Elementary Secondary Education, Human Factors Engineering
