The+Physical+Environment


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 * [[file:FrontView.pdf]] || This view is a visualization of the physical plan for the teaching wall of the room, prior to the installation of any additional technology. It shows the room with the new tables arranged for collaborative groups. Note that the tables allow for groups of 6-8 and are at a level that is comfortable for the teacher to view student work and laptop screens without bending or stooping. The tables are adjustable to adapt to students with special needs as wheelchair accessibilty. The adjustable chairs are built to be comfortable for students of various sizes and are easily moved without disrupting the classes around us. ||
 * [[file:HallWallView.pdf]] || Other than the color on the wall, there is no change to this wall. It should be noted that the new tables are allowing for space between the groups so that they don't feel like they are "on top of each other" and so that the teacher can move easily between them, even when there are students sitting in all the chairs. ||
 * [[file:BackView.pdf]] || This wall is different in color, the second teacher desk and file cabinet have been removed. By using electronic storage, 3 file cabinets are no longer necessary. Everything has been condensed to one cabinet in the back storage room. This wall will see the addition of the receiver and speaker for the infrared sound system.

The window wall will receive new window treatments which are not reflected in this drawing. Otherwise, there will be no changes other than the color. ||
 * [[file:WindowWall.pdf]] ||
 * [[file:wire_more.pdf]] || This is a view of the wire-more world of my classroom. ||

This part of the renovation is part cosmetic and part functionality. The cosmetic parts are to make the place less institutional and more comfortable for everyone who uses it. The functionality is found in the student seating and work areas. The new tables and chairs provide several benefits:
 * 1) tables and chairs are 36" high so teacher can move around and view student work without bending
 * 2) tables are adjustable to accommodate wheel chairs or walkers
 * 3) tables can easily be arranged in configurations that support individual work to small groups of 2-4 students 6-8 or whole class discussion or viewing of video
 * 4) tables and chairs can be easily moved without disrupting classes around and below




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