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Flexible seating allows students to take charge of their learning and make the choices that work best for them. During independent work times, they choose a location in the classroom that works for them. Currently, my students are choosing to work in a variety of locations in our room such as: at different tables, sitting under tables with clipboards, or sitting or laying on the floor with a clipboard. Making sure students are comfortable is an essential component in motivating them. I have noticed amazing differences in my students when they are given a choice in their seating. They almost always make good choices about where they sit, are more engaged, and get more work completed than when they are just sitting at their desk.
I have seen how students given the resources can create authentic realistic solutions using problem solving and creativity while taking charge of their own learning. Having STEM-based materials to work with and alternative choices for sitting can directly impact their motivation for learning and success. The wobble chairs are an easier method for them to get out their wiggles while at their desks and to move around during maker space and project-based lessons. The ball chairs will support my students who have difficulty sitting for longer periods of time due to their specials needs. When my 5th graders are given the opportunity to expand their thinking without resource and workspace limitations, who knows what they will accomplish!
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Flexible seating allows students to take charge of their learning and make the choices that work best for them. During independent work times, they choose a location in the classroom that works for them. Currently, my students are choosing to work in a variety of locations in our room such as: at different tables, sitting under tables with clipboards, or sitting or laying on the floor with a clipboard. Making sure students are comfortable is an essential component in motivating them. I have noticed amazing differences in my students when they are given a choice in their seating. They almost always make good choices about where they sit, are more engaged, and get more work completed than when they are just sitting at their desk.
I have seen how students given the resources can create authentic realistic solutions using problem solving and creativity while taking charge of their own learning. Having STEM-based materials to work with and alternative choices for sitting can directly impact their motivation for learning and success. The wobble chairs are an easier method for them to get out their wiggles while at their desks and to move around during maker space and project-based lessons. The ball chairs will support my students who have difficulty sitting for longer periods of time due to their specials needs. When my 5th graders are given the opportunity to expand their thinking without resource and workspace limitations, who knows what they will accomplish!