The document outlines proposed planning principles from the Department of Education and Training in Victoria. It discusses linking pedagogy and space, with each pedagogical principle requiring specific spatial qualities to be effective. Various learning setting principles are described that support individuals, groups, and activities. These settings should be clustered to allow students to easily access different environments according to the learning task.
prop o se d pl a n n i n g p rinciples
... Department of Education and Training [Victoria] [16 March 2005]
linking pedagogy and space
Dr Kenn Fisher
Director, Learning Futures
Rubida Research Pty Ltd
Knowledge&Skills
Building a Future 0.00
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storthe scope ofarstoryboardu ttheiplanning and design principles in this document
y b o the d o for l n e
... outlines [16 March 2005]
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curriculum context pedagogy + space planning principles suite of spatial concepts
teaching and learning principles linking principles to place the ‘learning hub’ case study 01
australian maths + science school [sa]
DE+T essential learning strands linking pedagogical activities to cluster models case study 02
and domains spatial settings mawson lakes school [sa]
key pedagogical approaches learning settings clusters and affinities prep - 6 case study 03
7-9 canning vale high school [wa]
10 - 12
learning setting principles: cluster options prep - 6 case study 04
7-9 reece high school [tas]
01 individual settings 10 - 12
02 group settings case study 05
copperfield school [vic]
03 activity rich settings
04 informal learning settings case study 06
the big rug school [uk]
05 staff settings
case study 07
tight urban site . school design [uk]
case study 08
‘zoo school’ [minnesota]
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teachcurrentg aprinciples forea r n i ng principles
i n DE+T n d l Victorian schools
... summary of [source: Dr Kenn Fisher]
educational principles
Learning for all
core principles p-12 Pursuit of excellence
Learning environment supportive & Engagement and effort
productive
Respect for evidence
Learning environment promotes
independence & self motivation Openness of mind essential learning standards
Students’ needs, backgrounds, Live in complex, rapidly changing,
perspectives & interests reflected in rich in ICT world
learning program
Demands higher order knowledge &
Students challenged & supported understanding
to develop deep levels of thinking &
application
sustainable Global
Understand interaction of social,
economic & environmental systems
Assessment practices an integral
part of teaching & learning
innovative
Skills to solve new problems,
Learning connects strongly with
different approaches and new
communities & practice beyond the
solutions
classroom
building stronger communities
Build common purposes & values
-mutual responsibility & trust in
diverse sociocultural community
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DE+ T estrategiesnt i alVictoria includening s atrands and the strands and domains.
s s e by DE+T in l e ar the attributes of successful learner and domains
... current educational [source: Department of Education + Training]
The principal activities in achieving these outcomes include delivering, applying, creating, communicating, decision making
a t t r i b ut e s o f a s u c c e s sful learner [P - 12]
strands and domains
- Social skills
- Links school & home physical, personal and social
- Curiosity / encouragement greater interest in learning
- Basic numeracy & literacy - simple technical & coordination learning
skills health and physical education
interpersonal development delivering
- Organise ideas & use language with peers personal learning
junior school
- Master basic literacy, numeracy skills civics and citizenship
- Awareness of other groups, cultures, times
applying
discipline-based learning
- Persistent & prolific in certain skills
- Participate in discussion about ideas & beliefs - express the arts
informed opinions english
languages other than english creating
- More complex thinkers - apply problem solving strategies the humanities [economics,
- Participate in / lead small group activity geography & history]
- Learn more deeply through more extended projects mathematics
science
communicating
- Individual sense of identity - consider more complex ideas
- Interest in learning more independent / congruent with
mi ddle sc hool
personal goals interdisciplinary learning
- Participate in a variety of physical activities communication decision making
- Understand effects of risk taking design, creativity and technology
information and communications
- See themselves as young adults - independent thinkers, use technology
formal methods of enquiry
- Seek to apply learning to the world outside school thinking
- Set personal health & fitness goals, undertake activities to
achieve them authentic
authentic, integrated, problem
- Personalised learning and the application of specialised
11 - 12
and resource based learning
behaviour
- Pathways into further learning and/or employment 1.02
6.
ke y ofpe d awill be usedic a l toa ppr oaches forms. These pedagogies will target and support
g o g according subject matter and essential learning
... a range pedagogies [source: Dr Kenn Fisher]
improved student skills outcomes and enhanced student competencies. Students are at the centre of learning, with teachers as facilitators
project-based
explicit
research-based
instruction
integrated resource-based
t e ac h e rs a s f a c i l i t a t o r s
tea c h e r s a s f a ci lit at ors
curriculum student skills
[thematic] - writing
- reading
- talking team-collaborative
- presenting
self directed - making
[individual
reflective] student competencies
- critical thinking field-based
- communicating
(multi modes)
students as - self organising
researchers - collaborating constructivist
discipline individual
speciality learning
contracts
others
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linki nactivities requirespecificp l e qualitieso beplace principle requires specific pedagogical approaches to support that principle,
g p r i n c i spatial s t to effective. Each
... pedagogical [source: Department of Education + Training]
and these pedagogies are applied through the five core activities or modes. These modes have direct implications for learning settings design
principle pedagogical approach pedagogical imp l i c a t i o n s f o r b u i l d i n g d e s i g n
activity
The learning environment is Learner centred pedagogies Design reflects community diversity, respects and
supportive and productive with multiple learning settings deliver in g values different cultures
collocated Students have access to teachers
The learning environment Peer to peer learning, Breakout spaces are provided to allow individual
promotes independence, integrated problem- and student work
interdependence and self resource- based applying Furniture is suitable for cooperative learning
motivation
Students are challenged Integrated, problem and Access to ICT, multi-media supports authentic
and supported to develop resource based learning learning
deep levels of thinking and
application creating
Students’ needs, backgrounds, Theory linked to practice, Quiet spaces
perspectives and interests problems integrate both Multi-purpose rooms that enable students to work
are reflected in the learning aspects, resources used on different subjects over longer periods of time,
program continually and creatively, encourage integrated curriculum
integrated curriculum delivery communi cating Teacher spaces that encourage cross-disciplinary
teams of teachers working with groups of students
Assessment practices are an Continuous assessment, Spaces for student-teacher conferencing
integral part of teaching and utilising a pedagogy of Intranet facilities enable ongoing monitoring of
learning assessment student progress by students and parents
decision making
Learning connects strongly Project and resource-based Buildings and facilities that bring the community into
with communities and practice learning on practical problems the school
beyond the classroom ICT facilities that support curriculum links to
professional and community practice 2.01
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l inking pedagogicaltypes.
... categoric pedagogical practices have associated space
activities to spatial settings
[source: Scott-Webber]
pedagogical activity pedagogical attribute process ste ps behaviou r a l p r e m i s e spatial icon
Formal presentations Prepare & generate Bring information before
delivering Instructor controls presentation the public
presentation Deliver to an audience Instructor lead
Focus on presentation Assess understanding Knowledge is in one
Passive learning source
Controlled observation Knowledge transferred via Learner-centered
applying One-to –one demonstration Apprentice model
Master & apprentice Practice by recipient
alternative control Understanding achieved
Informal
Active learning
Multiple disciplines Research Innovation or knowledge
creating Leaderless Recognise need moved from abstract to a
Egalitarian Divergent thinking product
Distributed attention Incubate
Privacy Interpret into product /
Casual innovation
Active learning
Knowledge is dispersed Organise information Share information
communicating Impromptu delivery Deliver Provide quick exchange
Casual Receive & interpret
Active learning Confirm
Knowledge is dispersed Review data Make decisions
decision making Information is shared Generate strategy
Leader sets final direction Plan
Situation is protected Implement one course of
Semi-formal to Formal action 2.02
Passive / active learning
10.
learning settings
... possiblelearning settings for various modes and group sizes. These multi-modal learning settings should be collocated and clustered to [source: Dr Kenn Fisher]
allow students to move around the various learning environments to suit the particular learning task
colloboration group presentation teacher
incubator learning space meeting
space
resources,
supply + store
individual pod
[place to think]
student
home base
specialised
focus
lab
project
space + outdoor display breakout
wet areas learning space space
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learning setting principlesresearch/they are essentiallysettings learning
... describes types of spaces and spatial qualities that support individuals and
- 01 individual
for self-directed
student home base individual pod [place to think]
space space
Space for an individual to personalise and in which Quiet Spaces for individuals or small groups.
to work and study.
Gathering place for learners and teachers.
pedagogy
pedagogy Provides quiet place for work, study, reflection, or
Provides sense of ownership and teaches rest.
responsibility for one’s own learning.
Provides a common space to start a learning size
activity, seek assistance and resources, share 10 sqm.
ideas, and hold group discussions.
size
1-2 sqm.
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learn in gsetti n g pri nciples - 0 2 gro upfurniture sogs the spatial organisation is s ettin
... describes types of spaces and spatial qualities that support groups. these should have movable that
learner-controlled. These are for small group collaborative and cooperative learning activities
group learning space collaboration incubator
space space
Individual or team spaces for staff that has adjacent Idea generation space, team meeting space,
material preparation area and meeting space. access to technology and other resources and
display space for models and ideas.
pedagogy
Encourages team teaching, mentoring of pedagogy
other faculty, integrated planning, and informal Support creativity, idea generation, teamwork and
discussions. prototyping of concepts.
Encourages involvement of local employers in the
size development of projects.
20-25 sqm.
size
20 sqm.
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le arn ing se spatial qualitiesprinciples essentially for largersgroups gs
ttin g that support groups. these are - 0 2 gr ou p et tin
... describes types of spaces and where presentations and
exhibitions will occur
presentation space display space
space space
Places for individuals or teams to demonstrate and White boards, black boards, tack surfaces, and
perform. show cases. Place furnishings to display work in
progress or completed projects. Can overlap with
pedagogy circulation.
Gives opportunity to practice, share acquired skills
and knowledge with learners, staff and the public pedagogy
and receive feedback. Provides places to show ideas, work-in-progress
and finished products.
size Supports and shares learning process by
40-50 sqm, generally dividable. showcasing concept development, learning
activities, development process and finished
products and services.
size
20 sqm.
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14.
learning setting principles- 0will be technologically enhanced and contain a range of
... describes types of spaces and spatial qualities that support activity. these spaces
3 activity rich settings
services and other resources according to the studio space type
project space + wet areas specialised focus laboratory
space space
Space that provides a variety of work surfaces, Areas to support learning activities requiring
cabinets for supplies, storage areas for projects in specialised equipment or furnishings [eg. Science,
development stage, access to tools and technology. technology, art, music, dance, fabrication,
Specialised lighting, and other infrastructure such as troubleshooting].
sinks and disposal.
pedagogy
pedagogy Provides space and infrastructure to develop and
Provides space to produce information, services or practice specialised skills.
products. Brings relevancy of work, family and community to
Encourages critical thinking, problem solving, and the learning process.
team work.
size
size 80-100 sqm.
40-50 sqm, generally dividable.
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15.
learning setting principlesproblem-based learninglearning settingsactivities
... describes types of spaces and spatial qualities that support informal learning.
- 04 informal
and collaborative and team
will occur in non timetabled spaces scattered across the campus in corridors, verandahs, cafeteria and library
outdoor learning ‘breakout’ spaces
space space
Outdoor areas of any scale that are semi-defined by Lounge areas, small study rooms, widened corridor
landscape, building edge or lightweight cover, with spaces that allow gathering away from formal
provision for seating. learning activities.
pedagogy pedagogy
Provides informal outdoor area for socialising, Provides psychological and physiological relief from
private study, reflection or discussion. Can be used formal environments. Allows for individual reflection,
for structured small group activities. informal discussion or social activity for small
groups.
size
varied. size
15-20 sqm.
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l ea rnin g se spatial qualitiesp rinciples - 05 places should not be isolated from students – an adult
... describes types of spaces and
ttin g that support activity these spaces and s taff settings
learning approach supports staff taking ‘time out’
teacher meeting resources, supply + store
space space
Individual or team spaces for staff that has adjacent Space within or adjacent to the learning activities
material preparation area and meeting space. spaces to provide resources, store supplies for
classroom projects, tools, learning products and
pedagogy materials.
Encourages team teaching, mentoring of other
faculty members, integrated planning, and informal pedagogy
discussions. Provides ready access to needed supplies, tools and
storage for learning projects.
size
20-25sqm. size
20-30 sqm.
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clust e rm o of clustering groups are suggested clusters may be based on syndicate group, or home group, of ‘family’ sized
dels
... potential alternative models [source: Department of Education + Training]
groupings
home base home base 5 student 5 student
20 students 20 students workstations workstations
‘family’ ‘family’
centre centre
home base home base 5 student 5 student
20 students 20 students workstations workstations
usual home group arrangement team based arrangement
personal
space
personal personal
space space
shared
space
personal
space
personal
space
shared
space
personal
shared space
space personal
space
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learner determined arrangement
20.
cl u st e r s a n d a ffi n it i e s [ p r ep - 6 ]
... various learning settings are clustered around common space and these are in ‘family’ groups or clusters
store technology technology store
area area
porch or porch or
verandah verandah
work area floor sitting area floor sitting area work area
shared
project wet open specialist open project wet
area resources teaching
space resources area
seats and desks seats and desks
courtyard /
outdoor
common courtyard /
outdoor
learning learning hub learning
seats and desks seats and desks
project wet open open project wet
library
area resources multi-media resources area
computers
project area
porch or porch or
floor sitting area floor sitting area verandah
verandah
work area work area
technology technology store
store
area area
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21.
clust e rs a n d to accessi sharedtlearning studios [ 7-9 ]
a f f n i i es
... clustered learning settings are able
shared breakout shared breakout
home group home group reading home group home group
courtyard courtyard
or
outdoor learning learning or
outdoor
learning common common learning
resources
home group home group home group home group
shared breakout
learning studio shared breakout
multi-media
science + technology
performing arts
shared breakout shared breakout
art + design
home group home group home group home group
courtyard interview courtyard
or or
outdoor learning learning outdoor
learning common common learning
home group home group home group home group
shared breakout shared breakout 3.04
22.
clust eare sa n d a to f i n i t i es provide 10-12 ] of learning possibilities
r arranged to conform f VCE requirements and [ three distinct clusters
... these clusters
instructional learning
interview
external
distance
seminar learning
meeting centre
video
practice based learning conference
lecture +
instructional
project areas
learning studio
student
multi-media
science + technology social hub
performing arts
art + design
resources
self-directed + informal learning
workstations cafe
learning
support
lounge / helpdesk
reading area
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clust e roptionsptclustered learning settingsp rep-6]
o for i o n s [
... various potential
learning cluster linear cloister
building design partnership cottrell + vermeulen
Using a block stacked, hexagonal formal module, these Flexible classroom spaces spawn from an adaptable
classbase spaces can enclose centrally located share size central linear circulation space. Providing increased
resources, for instance, group social/play space or ict teaching flexibility within the classroom space [with
facilities without creating ‘unusable’ corner spaces. necessary support facilities] and non-programmed
Each space can be thought as if it were composed of a teaching within cloister space, further learning can be
series of trapezoidal activity forms to increase flexibility programmed through the moveable partitions between
within the classbase. classbases.
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clust e roptionsptclustered learning settings7- 9]
o for i o n s [
... various potential
learning cluster learning cluster
mace wilkinson eyre
Flexible learning clusters, each capable of further Centrally located resource pods comprise the central
division or combination, provide further potential space within a large scale learning pod. Traditional
expansion to this model as demonstrated above. Social classbases are integrated within a flexible learning
or collective resource spaces separate learning spaces space and pedagogy.
from spiratic activity of circulation cloisters.
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clust e roptionsptclustered learning settings1 0-12 ]
o for i o n s [
... various potential
learning cluster learning atrium
woods bagot alsop
Providing specialist learning and pedagogy, these Centrally located social/resource pods comprise the
spaces emphasize how individual, group and flexible central space within a large central atrium space.
learning spaces can be combined. Central ‘informal’ Traditional classbases form learning wings to vibrant
spaces progress through to task oriented resource hub spaces for ict or resources. The diversity of such
rich learning environments. spaces integrated within the tower proposal develops
notions of community and living towards a micro-village
learning environment.
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case s tuCommons, Learning
Learning d y 0 1 . a u s t ralian maths + science school [sa]
Studios and Other Facilities.
theme 1 theme 2 theme 3 theme 4 theme 5
context of the project in educational philosophy specific proposed key planning + design evaluation of strengths &
relation to state, school orthe school is the break
A key feature of pedagogical activities features weaknesses
discipline trends inthe traditional concepts of
away from teaching
and learning
classrooms and laboratories. These have
been replaced by such concepts
Conceived as a focus driven science Challenge pre-conceptions of Interdisciplinary approach to ASMS is designed as a single, two Strengths:
as”learning commons” and mathematics teaching
and mathematics school, within the science and “learning curriculum design, teaching and level building, composed of learning
studios”.
campus of Flinders University. through four principles; learning, supporting an ‘inquiry’ commons and learning studio Close collaboration with institutional
“A passion for learning creates approach and ‘constructivist’ spaces, able to adapt to groups of staff and resources
Interdependent upon industry and inspiration” learning. varying size and configuration.
business partnerships andare designed to be student
The spaces capitalises “Choice is an essential part of Advancement of student centred,
upon centred,torather than learning”
relationships other teacher centred, and Inquiry approach to Learning Classrooms and centrally located flexible learning ideology
educational institutional facilities. “Learning is social and collaborative” common spaces to each floor, open
will foster collaborativeknowledge is connected”
“All syndicate and Encouraging and developing to outdoor [learning, recreational and Integration of advanced ICT
project based learning.
Fostering professional relationships higher order thinking skills and social] environments. infrastructure within curriculum
with the Schools of Education and Encouraging learning and problem metacognitive processes
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Science and Engineering at Flinders solving within individual and group Incorporates a range of Close links with industry and other
University, the professional teachershave histhrough collaborative
Each student will contexts, or her own Learning centred curriculum, environmentally sustainable features, institutions
associations and the curriculum working relationships and flexible informed through; fertile questions, consistent with modern ‘moral,
“home-base” work station located in one
policy directorate with the SA teaching and learning groups. wonderings, problems, issues, ethical and environmental issues… Working to challenge and renew
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of the learning commons. Students may
government Department of Education emotions, in collaboration with associated with ‘new sciences’’ approach to traditional school
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and Children’s Services.
flexibly organise their “homeofbases”learning
Development individual to teaching and learning methodologies disciplines
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plans, containing multiple entry ranging from studentallocated for visiting teachers
Zones are to instructor School physically open for twelve
meet social or studypoints and pathways, fostered
Use of ‘best available resources’, group needs. to collaborate and observe the school’s
centred. hour days throughout the year, Weaknesses:
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Students will move around and student interest,
particularly ICT by teacher the school, focussing toward longer learning
producing understanding. Use of ICT resources approachessessions.
innovative to embody ‘a to science and
the University campus and the local
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Curriculum development within a maths teaching, learning and research.
student centred learning at anyplace,
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seriescommunity, spending significant amounts
of “BIG IDEAS” rather than ‘repackage knowledge to create Australian Science and
anytime philosophy’, promoting
Mathematics School
traditional time in each, but new understandings to meet the
of subjects: learning in always able to independent learning and individual
Flinders University,South Australia
A Day In The Life of
Australian Science and
the workplace, community and the complexities of the modern world’ learning styles. Mathematics School
identify with their “home base” in the
Flinders University,South Australia
university.
Learning Commons, Learning
ASMS Students
Studios and Other Facilities.
eak
school. Interdisclipinary life and learning, Focus toward development of generic
A key feature of the school is the break
f away from the traditional concepts of
have classrooms and laboratories. These have
been replaced by such concepts
g promoting the collaboration of skills and attributes and how to apply
as”learning commons” and “learning
studios”.
theoretical, conceptual and practical these to specific subjects and the
The spaces are designed to be student
centred, rather than teacher centred, and
understanding of major concepts start with a literature
A typical day might
will foster collaborative syndicate and
Eight specialist learning studios cater for
nt project based learning.
and knowledge from various fields of
Each student will have his or her own
and big ideas.with students from local high
forum 4.01
“home-base” work station located in one
d
study.
of the learning commons. Students may
the eight learning areas in the South
flexibly organise their “home bases” to Zones are allocated for visiting teachers
meet social or study group needs. to collaborate and observe the school’s
Students will move around the school, innovative approaches to science and
n
schools. Then, with students from more
the University campus and the local maths teaching, learning and research.
community, spending significant amounts
Australian Curriculum, Standards and
one of time in each, but always able to
A Day In The Life of Main Entry to the Science and Mathematics School
identify with their “home base” in the
may school.
ASMS Students
to
distant high schools, the ASMS students
Zones are allocated for visiting teachers A typical day might start with a literature
Introduction
Eight specialist learning studios cater for
Accountability Framework; the studios
forum with students from local high
to collaborate and observe the school’s the eight learning areas in the South
schools. Then, with students from more The South Australian Department of The ASMS vision is to prepare students
ol, innovative approaches to science and
Australian Curriculum, Standards and
distant high schools, the ASMS students Education,Training and Employment, in to shape our world, our future, our global
Accountability Framework; the studios community and our environment through
might join a video conference class on association with Flinders University, have
will take a group of students working on
28.
case s tu d y 0 1 . a u s t ralian maths + science s cho ol
cons t r u c t e d : c o m p l e t e d 2003
loca t i o n : b e d f o r d park, flinders university
arch i t e c t : w o o d s b agot architects focus labs = meeting = learning
popu l a t i o n : 4 5 0 s t u d ents, staff n/a specialised focus labs staff meeting common =
build i n g a re a : 1 8 . 4m 2 p er student - 8300 m 2 total group learning
build i n g c o s t : $ 1 6 8 6 / m 2 - $ 14.0mil total project cost
year l e v e l s : 10, 11, 12
computer labs, formal presentation, +
quiet or specialist meeting spaces project space + wet areas
areas for for various
concentrated study sized groups
central atrium
= +
breakout space fo c u s l a b s
collaboration incubator
presentation
store
teacher
+ prep
learning l ear ni ng multi-modal learning
display space seminar
common f o c us l a b s
common setting conducive
store
to group work,
project discussions
teacher meeting t e a ch er i nfo rmal and collaborative
+ prep prep meet in g
meeting
individual pod
central atrium
p resent at io n
opportunity for
informal meeting,
discussion or
display of
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project work
ground floor plan
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case s tu d y 0 2 . m a w son lakes school [sa]
theme 1 theme 2 theme 3 theme 4 theme 5
context of the project in educational philosophy specific proposed key planning + design evaluation of strengths &
relation to state, school or pedagogical activities features weaknesses
discipline trends in teaching
and learning
Utilising a variety of on site “learn for a full life” Individually and flexibly planned, Four main single storey flexible Strengths:
neighbourhood learning centres or facilitated and managed learning learning spaces [family units]
hubs that are technologically linked “learn how to learn” program. accessible from a covered spine to - Connection to outdoor spaces
to maximise student learning. the west and abutting the eastern - Visible ESD design elements
“develop higher order thinking skills” Access to a range of collaborative street boundary - Emphasis on life-long learning
Complementing the services of and supportive processes to - Connection to other institutions and
DETE [e.g. School of the Future, “ develop the confidence and support their learning and facilitate Varying bays and windows … wider community
Open Access College, the Australian skills to use advanced learning the development of their social, are primarily places of retreat and - IT and wireless networks
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Science and Mathematics School, technologies” emotional, physical, cognitive and small groupings to students within, - Individual identity for ‘family units’
etc] and the directions of State creative needs [i.e. development of providing them with unique windows
Government [e.g. economic “develop an enterprising learning the whole student] to the world for outlook and display Weaknesses:
development, export of education community culture”
services and products] Be amplified, extended and Solar and Thermal ventilation
Create a community where learning transformed through the use of chimneys express the importance of
Expanding its curriculum offerings is available for everyone, at any time, learning technologies. sensitive environmental design.
Architecture Australia November/December 2004 p76-77
through national and international and in any place.
links utilising online technologies. Have online access to a wide Each unit has its own directly
Optimal use of advanced information range of national and international accessible courtyard which in turn
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Use of advanced ICT and communication technologies. educational opportunities. links to the open space going down
to the creek
Mawson Lakes School Vision, 2000
Creating a Sustainable and Energy Contribute to the economic Be a part of a community in which
Efficient Environment sustainability of Mawson Lakes and learning becomes an integral part of Various landscape zones encourage
become a catalyst and a conduit for everyday activity different types of play
Developing a greater understanding the creation of a community, which
of Aboriginal Heritage and Culture continuously seeks to improve itself Be able to learn independently, The students… emphasised the
of the Kaurna Plains People the and the lifestyle of its members. interdependently and collaboratively importance of natural ventilation,
traditional owners of the land in a local, national and international accessibility to outdoors,
context as appropriate. environmental concerns and the need
for different types of play spaces.
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case s tu d y 0 2 . m a w son lakes school
cons t r u c t e d : 2 0 0 2
loca t i o n : m a w s o n lakes, south australia
courtyard = staff areas =
arch i t e c t : m g t c a n b erra + russell & yelland
outdoor room collaboration incubator
popu l a t i o n : 3 6 0 s t u d ents, 28 staff
build i n g a re a : 6 . 7 m 2 p e r student - 2350 m 2 total
build i n g c o s t : $ 2 0 2 1 / m 2 - $ 4.75mil total
year l e v e l s : p r e - s c h o ol – yr 7
outdoor rooms for +
group gathering, resources, supply + store
informal learning
and socialising
family group = collaboration zones
kiosk
administration and resources
project space + wet areas
hardplay
covered walkway
+ focus zones =
group learning specialised focus labs
courtyard courtyard
family family family family
group group group group
+
student home base computer labs +
courtyard c o u r tyard
quiet specialist
areas for
concentrated study
floor plan
multi-modal learning
settings with flexible
partitions and
integral wet areas
4.04
cross section
31.
case s tu d y 0 3 . c a n ning vale high school [ wa]
theme 1 theme 2 theme 3 theme 4 theme 5
context of the project in educational philosophy specific proposed key planning + design evaluation of strengths &
relation to state, school or pedagogical activities features weaknesses
discipline trends in teaching
and learning
Implementation of bold shared vision Empowering children to view the Learning will be personalised for Collaborative design/planning strengths:
statement: ‘putting children first’ world critically, to think and act every student, designed to nurture process and community consultation
independently, cooperatively and mind, body spirit. resultant in the organic development Integrated and responsive design and
Collaborative community design responsibly. of the brief. strategic educational development of
generation process that involved the Development of a curriculum project.
formulation of ten key principles for Develops and offers an environment framework to supplement prescribed Development of a range of
the schools planning process. structure on a shared philosophy curriculum and syllabus by idiosyncratic design elements to Use of urban or masterplanning
of fundamental values, beliefs and identifying common learning encourage “unprogrammed” learning design guidelines to formulate a
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Development of a ‘town centre’ curriculum engendering young outcomes for students. opportunities, and cross-curricular school design.
model of schooling: commons block adolescents to explore themselves collaboration.
and periphery within the school and their place within the world. Learning will be authentic with a Development of inclusive learning
become the school heart. significant project-based orientation School architecture to allow end user outcomes and objectives which
Flexible learning spaces provide and workplace relationship bent. various modes of customisation of implement guidance for the referred
maximum scope for flexible learning learning spaces. It should not limit curriculum framework.
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styles. Combining teams of teachers and users, rather empower and stimulate
students within a learning cluster the learning process. Implementation of cluster or
The learning centre will provide a enables curriculum deliver to neighbourhood based flexible
new centre of community. be learner centred and focussed Seamless transitions between learning models with additional
towards the interests and concerns of indoor and outdoor space that reflect informal learning settings.
participants. the preservation and focus of the
environment within the school.
Teaching programs that respond
to local needs and circumstances, Circulation spaces that integrate
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relevance and interest within their group meetings.
learning.
Neighbourhoods with individual
Establishment of non-discriminatory identities as clusters of ‘family’
learning outcomes based learning learning groups, along a learning
focus. Educational inputs are being street.
replaced by schooling results. 4.05
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case s tu d y 0 3 . c a n ning vale high school
cons t r u c t e d : 2 0 0 2 corroboree =
loca t i o n : p e r t h , w estern australia meeting
arch i t e c t : s p o w e r s architects
popu l a t i o n : 1 2 0 0 s t u dents, n/a staff
build i n g a r e a : 1 1 . 3 4m 2 per student - 13605 m 2 total
corroboree
build i n g c o s t : $ 2 0 5 0 / m 2 - $ 27.9mil total approx meeting
year l e v e l s : 8-12 l e arning
n e ighbourhood discussion +
lear ning stre et
meeting spaces
backyard for various
learning = sized groups
outdoor room
learning
neighbourhood
outdoor room for
=
group learning
group gathering b a ckyard learning
or socialising
multipurpose
studio +
multipurpose corroboree student home base
studio = meeting
l e arning
specialised focus labs n e ighbourhood
+ open plan space
wet area + project space enabling clusters
of multi-modal
lecture learning settings
area for activity
based project work
or specialist 4.06
learning
s ite plan middle school build i n g f l o o r p l a n
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Department Of Education
Innovationsu d y
case s t 0 4 . r e e c e high school [ta s]
theme 1 theme 2 theme 3 theme 4 theme 5
The newlythe project in Higheducational philosophy
context of
built Reece School has been designed to create an innovative key planning + design
specific proposed evaluation of strengths &
learning to state, school or complement the school's new project-based approach features
relation environment to pedagogical activities weaknesses
discipline trends in teaching
to learning.
and learning
7/2/05 10:41 AM
New philosophy of school School’s vision of fostering a ‘love A challenging, relevant and coherent Variety of spaces and sizes to reflect strengths:
development; the first within of learning…through an integrated curriculum, with delivery composed different learning modalities;
School Architecture
Tasmania to embody a truly project-based curriculum’.
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of three elements; communication, Implementation of flexible learning
| Architects | Planners | Links | Contact Learning
To Enhance within school
collaborative process | Copyright | Home integration and personal learning. Enhanced flexibility (operable walls, directives to both school curriculum
planning.
ure: Lessons From Tasmania Fulfil learning ambitions of all internal glass and inter-connectivity and building facilities design.
Interactive Whiteboard Trial community members, realising Project based learning, problem of adjacent spaces)
Promotethe culture of, and
o far away that we in
a learning asset potential of these solving and practical application Student centred learning approach;
commitment to life long education
Here are some ideas that members and benefits to student of knowledge and skills. Expansion Provision of project learning workstation base for individual
with a community focus.
Start every project with a
development. towards individualised learning areas and individual workstations; students and flexible teaching styles.
process that focuses less on
that
on the desires and
plans. individual space “ownership” - eg a
Recognition of advancements in ICT Treatment of the school as a free,
ol and community. workstation for each student in Grade Integration of community with school
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ure that as many decisions
and ecological building practices creative and enterprising expression Incorporate diversity and flexibility to9 and 10; programs that goes beyond facilities
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n the context of what has
ewhere. If there is a
and their integration within education of learning community.
, don't stop there. Extend
new ground if they seem Reece students with a wireless
curriculum through multiple teaching sharing.
settings.
ontext of the school being laptop computer lab on wheels
and learning spaces and delivery Maximizing use of natural light and
. Bring in your planner and archit ect as early in the process as
have a fully worked-out "program" or "educational specifications"
Develop as an information rich methods. ventilation and acoustic control; Initiatives harnessed from state
essionals. At Reece, the architects threw out everything they knew
sed, instead, on the
learning community combining strategic direction change of
he current and futuristic ICT resources Emphasis of the social dimensions Innovative information resource education planning need to be
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ded.
gs. with effective learning objectives. and responsibility of learning through centre incorporating online learning further implemented with this
sion
any
formal and informal means. and vocational education and further school forming new benchmarking
ould
is
Foster stronger links between the education resource information; parameters for other developments.
school and the broader community; Community ‘peer’ tutoring and
Education Week, February 4, 2004
some
s we
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promote students as both teachers stimulated interaction. Community access facilities, eg Successful implementation of ICT.
School Architecture
use
y and
use and mentors to community groups performing arts/catering complex;
hers and develop partnerships with local Innovative furniture and equipment weaknesses:
o
to
A wireless laptop class in session. At Reece, all rooms are
potential “computer labs” business and industry. with the flexibility to re-configure;
Further exploration of outdoor
itous
uitous
bout giving students access to technology anytime and anywhere,
places where that
d. A school designed with Seamless ICT provision supporting learning environments could be
l have few wasted spaces
in the school are potential “anywhere/anytime learning” developed.
al, social, and emotional including a central ICT-rich focal
Good school design is not
school
"program," but about facility and de-centralized wireless
quality called "usability."
eas on the school campus
eerful, daylit, and Students now have individual
and cabled systems. 4.07
workstations that they can
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Architects Glenn Smith and Associates worked in conjunction with internationally renowned education
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case s tu d y 0 4 . r e e c e high school
cons t r u c t e d : c o m p l e t e d november 2002
loca t i o n : d e v e n p o r t, tasmania staff areas = circulation = principal
arch i t e c t : g l e n n s m ith + assoc with prakash nair staff meeting breakout space work area =
popu l a t i o n : 6 0 0 s t u d ents, 42 staff
group learning
build i n g a re a : n / a m 2
build i n g c o s t : $ 9 . 7 7 5 mil approx
year l e v e l s : 7 - 10
+ + +
resources, supply + store individual pod presentation space
+
project studio preparation zones student home base
= and resources opportunity for
focus or specialist labs informal meeting
or discussion
building 7 floor plan [nts]
multi-modal
learning setting for
+ project studio
9-10 principal
general group work,
project space + wet areas work area presentations and
9-10 principal student individual
work area
home base
+
lobby
project based collaboration
circulation + breakout spaces
9-10 principal
work area
staff
project specific project studio project studio
small group
activities and
discussion
4.08
building 1 floor plan
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case s tu d y 0 5 . c o p per fi eld college junior campus [vic]
theme 1 theme 2 theme 3 theme 4 theme 5
context of the project in educational philosophy specific proposed key planning + design evaluation of strengths &
relation to state, school or pedagogical activities features weaknesses
discipline trends in teaching
and learning
This is a third campus for Team approach where year 7 to 9 Teachers work in middle years teams Each team space is totally strengths:
Copperfield, built in one of students are grouped with a team of with up to 200 years 7 to 9 students. independent.
Melbourne’s outer west growth areas. cross KLA teachers for their time in Strong sense of belonging, identity
the middle school. There are a mixture of flexible spaces Each has a group of 6 GPC spaces, and loyalty for students in each team
The design was carried out during the which allows for less traditional a junior Science froom, Technology
Middle Years of Schooling Research Teachers have developed integrated teaching approaches such as space, Art space and ICT pods. Team toilets work well as an
and Development program – based approaches to learning which team teaching, small group, ICT antibullying strategy, as does the
on the Hill and Crevola research best suit the learning needs of the integration. Four of the GPCs are ‘double glass – safety and security
and a key reform strategy at state students. classrooms’.
government level. Emphasis on the teacher student The team office fosters informal
School’s strong belief, based on relationship as a precursor for Each team has their own team office, discussion amongst teachers
At the Kings Park campus there was research and extensive experience optimal learning – the teachers know internal toilets, interview space and
considerable research into Middle is that this structure is the best way the students, and increasingly their internal locker spaces. Sense of ownership of the design
Years reform, both pedagogy and to address the middle stages of families as well. This includes their amongst the staff and school
structural. schooling. individual learning needs. The design is open, glass used to community through research and
allow supervision and security. inclusive design process.
Local building projects adapted Large size of school and rapid growth Emphasis on inquiry based learning
existing space to facilitate the new means that sound pedagogy and Building orientation and natural light
structure and year 10 was moved appropriate structures need to be in
to the senior campus. This lead place. Weaknesses:
to a design brief for the Sydenham
campus based on philosophy and As a multicampus school, we Internal lockers are higher than the
middle years principles. are committed to two year 7 to 9 optimum height of windows into
campuses and one year 10 to 12 corridors.
campus.
Winds problematic for gardens.
The north side of each building
gets hot. Verandahs are designed
successfully to provide shade, as
well as a program in place to cool 4.09
computer rooms.
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case study 05. copper field college junior campus
constructed : 2004
location : community hub sydenham
architect : patrick architects
population : students, staff seminar area =
building area : n/a m 2 group learning
cour tyard
building cost : $ 11.0 mil approx
year levels : 7 - 9
+
courtyard = informal presentation
outdoor room
seminar
seminar group work=
seminar specialised focus labs
+
student home base
outdoor rooms for seminar +
group gathering, group work presentation
wet area + project space
informal learning
and socialising
learning setting
area for activity
for general group
staff areas = based project work
learning, informal
staff meeting or specialist
presentations and
learning
discussion
existing gym
+
resources, supply + store
preparation zones
and resources 4.10
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case s tu d y 0 6 . t h e big rug school [uk]
theme 1 theme 2 theme 3 theme 4 theme 5
context of the project in educational philosophy specific proposed key planning + design evaluation of strengths &
relation to state, school or pedagogical activities features weaknesses
discipline trends in teaching
and learning
‘The Big Rug School’ operates as Flexible spaces for individually Development of formal and informal Sustainable school for both the strengths:
a woven textile of integration of directed ‘life-long’ learning curriculum community resources, composed
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pupils, community and staff with throughout the school for both as a classroom use block and Connection to outdoor landscaped
the landscape, local conditions and children and adults. Use of the external environment as an community block, with central spaces and the environment beyond
collective aspirations. educational tool through connections divisionary individualistic identity
Inclusivity to the ‘natural world’. ‘pods’ Interaction of school hours and out-
Ecologically sustainable, low energy of-hours ideals
school buildings, emphasising Flexibility in teaching formats and Accessible, adaptive and integrated
design and construction efficiencies spatial/furniture arrangements. external and internal environments, weaknesses:
and technology advancements. focussing on both as spaces for
Involving the entire community in the learning. Classroom design may not provide
life of the school sufficient flexibility of spaces
Inviting, de-institutionalised learning
Encouraging lifelong learning; spaces, preferring rather flexible
learning forums.
ICT integration
A modular format of spaces remains
exemplars/primary/sarawigglesworth/
Traditional delivery method of distinct within the design proposal
teaching being employed, 90% of which incorporates a strong factory
learning conducted in classrooms, pre-fabrication off-site philosophy.
with break out individual learning
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pods/resource, ICT and library Use of low-tech strategies,
spaces. embodying low energy, ecologically
sustainable design: ventilation
Sequential spaces inviting informal chimneys, double skin walls, day-
learning, passage, rest and sensory lighting controls through use of solar
engagement. blinds, energy efficient artificial
systems
4.11
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case s tu d y 0 6 . t h e big rug school outdoor activity circulation =
cons t r u c t e d : n o t b u i l t space = breakout space
loca t i o n : u k - t he o re tical site
outdoor room
arch i t e c t : s a r a h w i ggleswoth
popu l a t i o n : 4 2 0 s t u d ents + 26 nurser y students
build i n g a re a : 2 2 4 4 m 2
build i n g c o s t : G B4 . 0 5 2 mil approx
year l e v e l s : pr e p - 7 +
outdoor room for resources, supply + store
group gathering
or socialising
breakout space +
resources provision
classroom =
student home base
creative space
classroom classroom classroom classroom classroom classroom IT suite =
specialist focus space
+
presentation
classroom
outdoor activity space creative
space
+
+ IT suite
project space + wet areas
group learning
focus spaces for
main hall
project specific specialist activity
small group
activities and
discussion
4.12
floor plan
39.
case s tu d y 0 7 . t i g h t urban site . school design [uk]
theme 1 theme 2 theme 3 theme 4 theme 5
context of the project in educational philosophy specific proposed key planning + design evaluation of strengths &
relation to state, school or pedagogical activities features weaknesses
discipline trends in teaching
and learning
Promotion of the integration and ‘Create a holistic environment, Integration of advanced ICT All spaces, at micro and macro scale, strengths:
advancement of ICT facilities. which supports the social well being facilities within school curriculum inside and outside the classroom, are
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of young people as well as their and establishing alternate delivery potential learning zones, and places Building’s ecological adaptability
University teaching methodology education development’ methods. for social interaction and impact at a macro scale to suit
may be integrated to later year several urban sites.
student education, coupled with the School composed of four learning General assumption of teaching Central circulation ‘street’ atrium
development of ‘real-time’ virtual environments, each providing spaces adapting in response to framed by a four layers flexible ‘Mixed-mode’ strategy for all
classes. differing delivery methods of the curriculum developments, ICT learning classroom zones: the learning areas at the micro level.
curriculum; the ‘bookcase’, the ‘test innovation and pastoral care. bookcase and practical learning
Development of a passive ecological bed’, atrium and ‘pebbles’. spaces. Central circulation spine and informal
sustainability system of building, Predicated upon ICT innovation or social learning pods and clusters.
construction and operation Integrated series of centralised changing the school’s learning ‘Test bed’: four storey series of
informal self-directed learning pods environments to develop varying vertical layers containing different Passive ecological considerations
Strong sense of a community through the building’s spine, a break room sizes, more open plan in nature practical learning activity spaces. and response to external
campus, a ground level ‘street’ out from traditional teaching delivery encompassing a varietal of learning environments.
develops the school meeting spaces used predominantly elsewhere within activities within a single space or Architectural expression unique
as an enclosed piazza flexible internal class spaces. learning studio. to each learning activity links Weaknesses
curriculum ideologies and pedagogy
Adaptation of ‘kit-of-parts’ Note: Current proposal based upon with spatial concepts. Remnants of traditional curriculum
ideology at masterplanning level, traditional cellular spaces and delivery methods and cellular spatial
incorporating strategic spatial intents teaching methods with flexible Creation of a sustainable environment arrangements hinder the progression
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of new curriculum delivery. ‘internalised’ outcomes incorporated for future generations, principally towards flexible, non-structured,
there in. formed upon four themes: health and a-locale learning and challenges
well-being, education for sustainable conceptions of student centred
development, minimising resource learning.
use and working with the community.
Continually evolving teaching styles
and technological advancements
enabled by spatial layouts with
adjustable partitions. 4.13
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case s tu d y 0 7 . t i g h t urban site . school de si gn
cons t r u c t e d : n o t b u i l t
loca t i o n : u k - t h e o retical urban site
arch i t e c t : a l s o p a r chitects ‘the test bed’ =
popu l a t i o n : 1 1 5 0 s t u dents [sixth form 2500 specialised focus labs
build i n g a r e a : 1 0 1 6 7 m 2
build i n g c o s t : G B1 6 . 4 8 9 mil approx
year l e v e l s : 8 - 12
specialist activity
based work
‘bookcase’
classrooms = ‘th e test bed ’
student home base the atrium =
breakout space
‘th e at riu m’
+ +
presentation ‘th e bo ok ca se’ individual pod space
+ ground floor plan +
group learning display space
informal gathering,
flexible group socialising with
spaces with provision of small
opportunity to open group pods and
out onto circulation resources
4.14
longditudinal section
41.
case s tu d y 0 8 . s c h ool of environmental studies [minnesota]
theme 1 theme 2 theme 3 theme 4 theme 5
context of the project in educational philosophy specific proposed key planning + design evaluation of strengths &
relation to state, school or pedagogical activities features weaknesses
discipline trends in teaching
and learning
Environmental Studies Specific Interdisciplinary thematic curriculum: Active, experiential, access to Fit the building to the academic strengths:
School located in a regional setting, students shape their needs and advanced ICT empowered learning program: resolution of the school’s
adjacent the Minnesota Zoo. interest to focus their education where traditional disciplines are pedagogy and curriculum intents Integration and recognition of
to environmental studies, through integrated towards the study of the prior to consultation of architects. pragmatic ‘real-world’ experience
Strong environmental sustainability thematic learning experiences. environment. and benefits to flexible learning
concepts used within building Exposed architecture, using the outcomes and students’ curriculum.
design, to be used as a teaching Authentic ‘real-world’ project based Students to act as workers, teachers building as a teaching tool to
mechanism. learning through collaborative maintaining a less central role. demonstrate how architect’s work Use of building envelope as an
partnerships with industry, with materials and the environment. ecological teaching driver.
Discipline specific learning and community, other institutions, Flexible learning with an
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focus oriented school in later years government and primarily the environmental focus: in-depth, Flexible, permeable and open Development of specialist education
of education, serving as precursory to Minnesota Zoo. interdisciplinary research using learning spaces of varying scales, stream schooling, focus orientated
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further studies. innovative technology that results in both within built forms and the to future personal and career
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Self-perpetuating learners, who practical applications. external environment. development of students.
accept the responsibility of the
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afforded latitude to their education, Coherent structured curriculum and Design of building envelope provides Weaknesses
to navigate their own learning and instruction principles, modelling direct visual connections to the ‘field’
identification of resources within the informed thought and decision Partial implementation of flexible
global community. making through enhanced student Promote sensory elements of identity spatial learning arrangements,
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needs and directed educational and community through unique adaptive or re-configurable internal
Encourage sustainable environment opportunities. building form. spaces can only form part of a
actions. flexible learning space.
Removal of the traditional classroom Adaptive learning spaces for unique
Promote collaborative relationships arrangements by transposing learning experiences, within clusters Discussion of a lottery draw for
among students and staff, fostering the education setting within the for student learning, common student places impinges the active
student learning to their individual environment. workspaces and flexible use rooms. learning of those who strongly desire
capabilities. to attend the school and is reflective
Students should be able to move in pedagogic intents and strategies.
Develop active, environmentally about, with the development of a
informed, self-perpetuating learners central location; ‘everyone’s group,
and citizens connected with the local everyone’s house’ 4.15
and global community.
42.
case s tu d y 0 8 . s c h ool of environmental stu di es
cons t r u c t e d : 1 9 9 5
loca t i o n : a p p l e v a lley, minnesota
arch i t e c t : H G A a r c hitects
popu l a t i o n : 4 4 0 s t u d ents, 20 staff laboratory =
build i n g a re a : 1 4 . 3 5m 2 per student - 6317 m 2 total specialised focus labs
build i n g c o s t : U S $ 8 5 7 . 9/m 2 - US $5 . 775 mil
year l e v e l s : 10 - 12
computer labs +
quiet specialist
areas for
concentrated study
laboratory
classroom = classroom
classroom
student home base
l ab ora to r y
laboratory
resource
resource resources =
cl assro om
specialised focus labs
classroom
resou rce
resource
+ la bo rat or y
+
project space + wet areas
project space + wet areas
+
project based collaboration
central resource
areas with
opportunity for
informal discussion
project specific
in small groups
small group
activities and
discussion
4.16
conceptual floor plan