Bob Dillon
@drrobertdillon
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Learner, Leader, Dreamer, Pursuer of Happiness, Arsenal Fan, Dad, Author, Consultant, School Designer.
Saint Louis Missouri
Joined March 2009
It finally happened. I moved my Twitter world to @drrobertdillon. It has been a great run for @ideaguy42, but it was time for a change. I'll still get notifications in the old space, but it was time for a move. Let's keep learning.
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Great piece on cognitive load. We need to remember that classroom design can dramatic impact what load that students have left for learning. Teaching Young Students How to Overcome Cognitive Overload https://t.co/1VfC4uZtfq
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Are you designing for those that are most impacted by decisions on space design? Designing Learning Spaces for Neurodiverse Children: Key Considerations https://t.co/eBsBas60AW
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Designing spaces is so different than decorating spaces. Good read. Aesthetic classrooms on ‘TeacherTok’: a source of anxiety or inspiration? https://t.co/SlQeiO3DyU
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Great to see Northern Ireland invests £4million in outdoor learning equipment. It is essential in these investments for schools to train their teachers on how to use the equipment for learning.
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A recent study of 5th grade students in over 700 science classrooms found that 91% of their time was spent listening to the teacher. 3/4 of classrooms were described as dull, bleak places with very little emphasis on reasoning or problem- solving skills
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Uncertainty and chaos trickles into all areas of learning. If we don't know, we won't fix it. The Ripple Effect of Budget Uncertainty on School Maintenance and Learning Spaces
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"Use the furniture itself to set up a functional, spacious, and logical classroom https://t.co/zRUOAUl7Da
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Great ways for schools to make learning spaces a priority. Designing the Classroom of the Future: 5 Easy Pieces - EDspaces https://t.co/hYtboDouTH
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Giving students choice in what, how, and where they learn can boost satisfaction. Read more here. Opinion | Giving Kids Some Autonomy Has Surprising Results https://t.co/rV8On83RJS
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When children have a place to play outside, programs aimed at reducing their screen time use are more successful, READ MORE here.
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Improving school infrastructure also saves money; one study shows that each dollar spent on renovating structures to use modern building codes can save $11 https://t.co/qcLGhCvhJA
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"Nature-based programs may offer targeted benefits for children with higher levels of mental health vulnerabilities and potentially act as an equalizer of mental health among school-age children,” https://t.co/HOp3g7fNOV
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When student voice expands on their disdain for their learning environment, this will be commonplace. NSW students refuse to use 'disgraceful' school toilets, inquiry told https://t.co/O3Hmn8pPNl
#learningspaces
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Supporting students with attention struggles? Are you dialed into Attention Restoration Theory? Check out this read. A Focus on Nature: The Attention Restoration Theory | Human Spaces https://t.co/AG9TCptqHI
#learningspaces #intentionaldesign
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Teachers and students need fresh air inside and out. Continuing making fresh air a priority. "Better air in classrooms matters beyond COVID." https://t.co/ZAHCHeIPXs
#learningspaces #intentionaldesign
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5 Design Features That Innovative Schools Utilize https://t.co/PcT4IcejE2 via @vsamerica #learningspaces #intentionaldesign
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How to Set Up Outdoor Class Time With Elementary Students https://t.co/91cnxVUNMO
#learningspaces
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How are you “Designing for Equitable + Inclusive Learning Spaces” https://t.co/sDx0vBPoNV
#schooldesign #intentionaldesign
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Design attributes should be considerate of people with physical, emotional, generational, or cultural differences. Design should celebrate our differences as an opportunity for learning. Recognition...
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