Research

Dr. Jennifer Sparrow

A flexible learning environment responds to the needs of students and their learning goals. This environment goes beyond physical space and furniture choices to include how time is used, how staff are used, and how students are grouped during learning activities. 

Flexible learning space refers to specific physical locations (usually within or across classrooms) that support a wide range of learning activities and modes of learning.

Learning communities occur when a cohort of teachers and students collaborate to flexibly use space, time, and resources in ways that better meet learner needs. 

Why think about flexible learning spaces? 

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by Charlotte Hewson

The Lessons Learned series takes us on the journey with SAS educators, showcasing the recent pathfinder projects—pilot programs and learning communities—that mirror the motivation, research, and challenges to transforming the education system, breaking frontiers and raising the bar. Read the third part of this series showcasing our 6A learning community in middle school.

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by Charlotte Hewson

The Lessons Learned series takes us on the journey with SAS educators, showcasing the recent pathfinder projects—pilot programs and learning communities—that mirror the motivation, research, and challenges to transforming the education system, breaking frontiers and raising the bar. Read the fourth part of this series showcasing our kindergarten learning communities in the elementary school.

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