Classroom+Environment

Some opening notations from research studies conducted on classroom environments:

 * ===Research on the classroom environment has shown that the physical arrangement can affect the behavior of both students and teachers, and that a well-structured classroom tends to improve student academic and behavioral outcomes.===
 * ===The classroom environment acts as a symbol to students and others regarding what teachers value in behavior and learning.===
 * ===A well-arranged classroom environment is one way to more effectively manage instruction because it triggers fewer behavior problems and establishes a climate conducive to learning.===

Most researchers agree that well-arranged classrooms settings reflect the following attributes:

 * ===Clearly defined spaces within the classroom that are used for different purposes and that ensure students know how to behave in each of these areas===
 * ===A classroom for students with learning/behavior problems may have separate quiet spaces where a student can cool down or work independently.===
 * ===Seating students in rows facilitates on task behavior and academic learning; whereas more open arrangements, such as clusters, facilitate social exchanges among students.===
 * ===The traffic pattern in the classroom should allow the teacher to be in close physical proximity to high maintenance students.===