Active Learning Spaces
Active learning spaces support collaboration and interaction. Sponsored by Steelcase— a global company that manufactures furniture products—this toolkit will show how to create the most effective adaptable learning environments to meet the evolving needs of students and educators.



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Floor Plan: 6-12 ClassroomsAn overview with floor plans for active learning 6-12 classroom layouts |
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Floor Plan: Classrooms and Blended LearningThese layouts showcase how blended learning classrooms are designed with multiple learning situations in mind |
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Floor Plan: In-Between SpacesAn overview with floor plans for active learning in-between spaces layouts |
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Floor Plan: In-Between Spaces and Blended LearningMore than just transition spaces, lounges, hallways and other ancillary areas can be informal learning spaces for individuals and groups |
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Floor Plan: K-12 ThoughtstartersA collection of floor plans showcasing a variety of K-12 solutions layouts; giving students choice, control and ample space to spread out and collaborate, co-create and discuss |
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Floor Plan: K-12 ThoughtstartersA collection of floor plans showcasing a variety of K-12 solutions layouts; giving students choice, control and ample space to spread out and collaborate, co-create and discuss |
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Floor Plan: K-5 ClassroomsAn overview with floor plans for active learning K-5 classroom layouts |
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Floor Plan: Large Active Learning Classrooms and Blended LearningToday's large classrooms are being reimagined to support technology, multiple modes of learning and healthy movement |
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Floor Plan: Learning CommonsThe Learning Commons is today’s updated version of the library, designed to be a vital learning hub with a range of settings |
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Floor Plan: LibraryAn overview with floor plans for active learning Library and Learning Commons layouts |
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Floor Plan: MakerspaceAn overview with floor plans for active learning Makerspace layouts |
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Floor Plan: Makerspaces and Blended LearningMakerspaces are trending rapidly as part of expanding strategies for student success |
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Floor Plan: Node ClassroomAn overview with floor plans for Node Classroom solutions layouts, which give teachers and students multiple flexible grouping options |
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Floor Plan: Outdoor LearningThough often overlooked, the outdoors can be an effective environment for learning, putting the mind and body in an alert and receptive mode |
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Floor Plan: Student CommonsAn overview with floor plans for active learning Student Commons layouts |
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Floor Plan: Student Commons and Blended LearningA Student Commons helps students develop personally and stay engaged in the experience of learning |
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Floor Plan: Verb ClassroomAn overview with floor plans for Verb Classroom configurations, which allow clear sight-lines to maximize learning and collaboration |
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Floor Plan: VR Educational ExperiencesGet a 360-degree view of various active learning floor plans |
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Developing an Organizational Mindset of InnovationBuilding an innovation mindset in schools means taking clear and actionable steps. Hear how all stakeholders can work together towards this goal in David Jakes latest post. |
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Extreme Makeover - Classroom StyleWhat would it take to have an extreme makeover for learning in your school? Learn how to build a flexible environment for fostering collaboration and creativity. |
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Innovation as MindsetWhat are the characteristics of an innovative mindset? How can schools create an innovative culture? Explore these questions along with David Jakes. |
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All About Design - Strategies for Rethinking Learning SpacesNew technology and connected learning call for learning spaces suited to students and to the task. David Jakes shares key concepts and tools for redesign. |
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Making Space for Active LearningLearning can happen anywhere, but learning may happen better with the right classroom design. |
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