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Firlik, Russ – Principal, 1997
Research shows that for effective learning to occur, children must be actively involved. They need space to work with a wide variety of materials, share ideas, and present their findings. Architects are working to produce designs featuring large common areas or large complexes devoted to specific interests. Working in an open environment…
Descriptors: Active Learning, Building Design, Classroom Design, Elementary Education