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in this screencast will look at some of

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the research around innovative learning

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environments so does that off it's very

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difficult to imagine something as

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familiar as our school system in ways

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that depart significantly from what we

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have today and even if we can imagine

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that it's not easy to get from where we

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are to where we want to go it's a bit

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like trying to build a plane while

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keeping it flying however it's important

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to state that this is not a social

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experiment our children and guinea pigs

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and that there's a lot of thinking and

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research and behind some of these

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changes in saying that there's a lot of

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skeptics out there and these are some of

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the things that are here often hear

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open-plan we did this in the 80s the

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right open plan didn't work but the main

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reason for this was that the focus was

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all on the environment rather than on

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changing the teaching in the learning

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styles so for me though the real

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questions should be some of these where

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is the evidence that a single cell

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classroom approach is most effective

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that's what the research showed the

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current provision of one class and

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teacher for every 25 to 29 children it's

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got nothing at all to do with learning

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pedagogy research or anything else it is

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simply financial when a school gets its

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number of children they're entitled to

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another classroom and a teacher what's

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pleasing now is that all new schools are

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being built as innovative learning

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environments for student learning in

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mind but I do suspect that no doubt it's

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also supported by the fact that benefit

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of learning and Barbie teper to build in

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single cells whereas the evidence at

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working by yourself is better than with

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others no surprise here where's the

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evidence that sitting in the same place

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by the same person all day is most

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effective for all students what I have

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found is some evidence

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so a myth here is that the physical

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environment makes no difference to

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learning now I know it's all about the

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teaching and learning within these

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environments that's covered in some

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separate screencasts in different areas

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of this website but this research focus

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purely on the physical environment an

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interesting report here coming out of

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university of salford earlier this year

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well design classrooms can explain

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sixteen percent of the variation and

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learning progress this was a

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comprehensive study it followed close to

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4,000 students over three years separate

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research here field in the near pradesh

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the environment does make a significant

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difference colony will look at the

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impact that an effective approach the

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teaching-learning has within these

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innovative learning environments and a

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separate screencast thank you

Exploring Innovative Learning Environments: Research Findings and Challenges

In this video, we delve into the research surrounding innovative learning environments. The concept challenges the traditional school system, aiming to revamp teaching methods and classroom setups for enhanced education. Transitioning from our current education system to a more innovative one is akin to building a plane mid-flight – daunting but necessary. It's crucial to note that this evolution isn't an experimental whim; it's grounded in substantial research and thoughtful considerations.

The term open-plan often draws critics who cite failed attempts from the past. However, past failures were due to misplaced emphasis solely on the environment, neglecting vital shifts in teaching and learning approaches. The effectiveness of a singular classroom model serving 25-29 students is more of a financial construct than a pedagogical choice. New schools are now embracing innovative learning environments, a progressive move that prioritizes student-centered learning.

The impact of physical environments on learning is often underestimated. Studies indicate that well-designed classrooms can significantly influence learning outcomes, explaining a notable portion of students' progress. While the teaching and learning dynamics within these environments are vital, the physical space plays a key role in shaping educational experiences.

Research from various institutions, like the University of Salford and studies in Uttar Pradesh, underscores the significance of environment on learning effectiveness. As we continue exploring the synergy between effective teaching methods and innovative learning spaces, we realize the immense potential for enhancing education outcomes. Stay tuned for more insights on this fascinating journey!

In conclusion, the fusion of modern teaching practices with innovative physical environments holds the key to revolutionizing education. By leveraging research findings and embracing change, we can pave the way for a more dynamic and effective learning experience for students worldwide.