2e: Organizing Physical Space

The use of the physical environment to promote student learning is a hallmark of an experienced teacher. Its use varies, of course, with the age of the students: in a primary classroom, centers and reading corners may structure class activities; while with older students, the position of chairs and desks can facilitate, or inhibit, rich discussion. Naturally, classrooms must be safe (no dangling wires or dangerous traffic patterns), and all students must be able to see and hear what’s going on so that they can participate actively. Both the teacher and students must make effective use of electronics and other technology.

 Danielson, C. 2013

Artifact 2e-1

Layout in my Summer Class for my Third Graders: I am effective at organizing physical space in a way that encourages student learning. During summer school I got the opportunity to arrange my classroom. These pictures show my effective use of space to include centers and reading corners. Each desk has the student’s name on it so each student can feel they belong in the classroom and have a place to take ownership over their learning. 

Artifact 2e-2

Visuals in the Classroom for Summer School: In Danielson 2E it states “The use of the physical environment to promote student learning is a hallmark of an experienced teacher” (Danielson, C., 2013). I promote student learning by having an organized classroom. On our whiteboard we put up our daily schedule so the students could know what to expect for the day. This helped keep my students on track and engaged in the learning. I also put up our class rules that we go over regularly so my students can be reminded of them. I gave a handout to each of my students with the rules of our class on it. Order helps students feel safe in their environment and know what to expect.