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What is Biophilic Design and How Does It Reduce Stress and Anxiety?

jhaubert June 19, 2024 No Comments

Criteria: Excellent and accessible introduction to the concept of biophilic design Key Takeaway: Recognizing the profound impact nature has on human well-being, the concept of biophilic design offers a refreshing…

Lit Review- Ergonomic School Furniture Improves Posture, Reduces Spinal Stress, and Supports Children’s Health and Learning Performance

jhaubert June 19, 2024 No Comments

Criteria: Systematic review of children’s school furniture across 25 research studies, emphasis on furniture dimension and design for student health and comfort Key Takeaway: This review underscores the significant impact…

EPA Study Reviews Scientific Evidence on Air Quality, Health, Absenteeism, and Academic Performance

jhaubert June 19, 2024 No Comments

Criteria: Relevance of research, extensive review of the literature, standing of the agency Key Takeaway: Studies and field experiences demonstrate that maintenance and repair programs designed to improve the school…

The Surprising Effectiveness of School Climate Initiatives Over Traditional “Anti-Bullying” Programs

jhaubert June 19, 2024 No Comments

Criteria: Comprehensive review of School Climate literature with over 200 educational citations Key Takeaway: Focusing on five integral components—Safety, Relationships, Teaching and Learning, Institutional Environment, and School Improvement Process—this research…

Mapping a Strong School Culture and Linking It to Sustainable School Improvement

jhaubert June 19, 2024 No Comments

Criteria: Emphasis on the value of sustainability and sustainable practices for school culture, excellent analysis of data which takes into account sampling of 3,983 teachers over 182 schools. Key Takeaway:…

Minimize Visual Distractions to Keep Young Learners On Task

jhaubert June 19, 2024 No Comments

Criteria: Seminal study in the allocation of attention for young students; immense practical application for educators, especially of younger students Key Takeaway: Navigating the vibrant landscape of a kindergarten classroom,…

How Lighting, Flexibility, and Nature-Based Elements Impact Student Learning

jhaubert June 19, 2024 No Comments

Criteria: Depth of study - both the number of school classrooms surveyed and the attenuation to various environmental design factors. Key Takeaway: This impactful UK study analyzed the classroom environments…

The Untapped Potential of Outdoor Classrooms in Early Education

jhaubert June 19, 2024 No Comments

Criteria: Qualitative research study on an amazing new outdoor learning opportunity and learning initiatives within it - the outdoor classroom. Definitive recommendations for enhancing the value of these spaces by…

Flexible Learning Boosts Engagement

jhaubert June 19, 2024 No Comments

Criteria: Excellent research study, application of results to multiple domains of educational experience Key Takeaway: This insightful Australian study highlights the profound impact of transforming traditional classroom layouts into flexible…

A Synthesis of the Evidence: How School Design Affects Learning

jhaubert June 19, 2024 No Comments

Criteria: Principal authors’ acknowledged expertise and the contributions of World Bank researchers, well-cited by other scholars, strong integration of prior research, clarity of writing. Creative Commons License 3.0 offers accessibility…

Category: Sustainability

What is Biophilic Design and How Does It Reduce Stress and Anxiety?

Lit Review- Ergonomic School Furniture Improves Posture, Reduces Spinal Stress, and Supports Children’s Health and Learning Performance

EPA Study Reviews Scientific Evidence on Air Quality, Health, Absenteeism, and Academic Performance

The Surprising Effectiveness of School Climate Initiatives Over Traditional “Anti-Bullying” Programs

Mapping a Strong School Culture and Linking It to Sustainable School Improvement

Minimize Visual Distractions to Keep Young Learners On Task

How Lighting, Flexibility, and Nature-Based Elements Impact Student Learning

The Untapped Potential of Outdoor Classrooms in Early Education

Flexible Learning Boosts Engagement

A Synthesis of the Evidence: How School Design Affects Learning

Learning Environments Action Research Network