Classroom design of years past no longer promotes best instructional practices due to increased availability of technology and differences of learning styles for digital native students. This assignment allows you to apply your new knowledge to create a carefully designed physical classroom to better engage students and help learners develop 21st century skills.
Directions
- Read the following article: Visualizing 21st Century Classroom Design by Mary Wade Pay careful attention to: Elements of effective classroom design for technology integration Practical steps for improving student access to technology in the classroom
- Consider the type of classroom design and layout needed to help students meet the ISTE-Student Standards. Be creative, but keep your expectations realistic for your situation.
- Visit the following online tool for classroom design: http://courses.edtechleaders.org/html_cores/rainingcores/multimedia/classroom_app/#
- Create a visual layout for your physical classroom considering the ISTE-T and ISTE-S Standards as well as best practices for technology integration. Consider how your classroom layout will promote collaboration, creativity, critical thinking and communication Utilize the tools to arrange your furniture, wall items, and technology resources. Upon completion, select “Capture Image” to save your work to your computer. Title your document last name_classroom design.
- Compose a 200-300 word reflection on your classroom design. Be sure to include the following:
An analysis of how the class layout promotes collaboration, creativity, critical thinking and communication
An explanation of how the ISTE-S influenced your classroom design
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