Classroom environment

Summary

The classroom environment is about facilitating and sustaining the dynamics and culture of the learning space, like setting norms and leading the space (Ambrose et al., 2010; Davis, 2009; Steele & Cohn-Vargas, 2013; Weimer, 2013). The following presents evidence-based guidelines for establishing a more inclusive classroom environment.

References

Ambrose, S. A., Bridges, M. W., DiPietro, M., Lovett, M. C., & Norman, M. K. (2010). How learning works: Seven research-based principles for smart teaching. John Wiley & Sons.

Davis, B. G. (2009). Tools for Teaching (2nd ed.). John Wiley & Sons.

Steele, D. M., & Cohn-Vargas, B. (2013). Identity safe classrooms, grades K-5: Places to belong and learn. Corwin Press.

Weimer, M. (2013). Learner-Centered Teaching: Five Key Changes to Practice (2nd ed.). Jossey-Bass.

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