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Collaboration is essential for language learning. To negotiate meaning, a community is required. Flexible seating is conducive to creating a sense of community. Currently my students can work at their desks, on the floor, or on a round table on the back. Making sure students are comfortable is essential for their ability to learn and be engaged. The traditional desks I have in my classroom are great for partner work but my students would benefit from more spaces for group work. My students are noticeably more willing to engage in a group and create a sense of community when they are in a space that is comfortable and conducive for a discussion. The products that I have selected will help my students by giving them additional seating options to participate more in group settings. The wobble stools are designed to allow movement and can be moved easily. These will be extremely beneficial for some students that just need to get the wiggles out. They can also be used as an alternative chair if needed! These chairs would be great for the empty table at the back of my room. The answer board supply center can be placed at one of the group stations to facilitate the sharing of language for timid participants. I have seen how giving my students more comfortable options for group work can positively affect a classroom community and create a safer space for language to be developed.

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Collaboration is essential for language learning. To negotiate meaning, a community is required. Flexible seating is conducive to creating a sense of community. Currently my students can work at their desks, on the floor, or on a round table on the back. Making sure students are comfortable is essential for their ability to learn and be engaged. The traditional desks I have in my classroom are great for partner work but my students would benefit from more spaces for group work. My students are noticeably more willing to engage in a group and create a sense of community when they are in a space that is comfortable and conducive for a discussion. The products that I have selected will help my students by giving them additional seating options to participate more in group settings. The wobble stools are designed to allow movement and can be moved easily. These will be extremely beneficial for some students that just need to get the wiggles out. They can also be used as an alternative chair if needed! These chairs would be great for the empty table at the back of my room. The answer board supply center can be placed at one of the group stations to facilitate the sharing of language for timid participants. I have seen how giving my students more comfortable options for group work can positively affect a classroom community and create a safer space for language to be developed.

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