Flexible Classrooms: Providing the Learning Environment That Kids Need

At Albemarle County Public Schools, flexible classrooms empower student choice, increase student engagement, and improve student participation.

Albemarle County Public Schools
GRADES K-12 | CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA

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[soniatriana]

My math class over 53 years ago had no math textbooks, no student desks, no serious lectures, we had beanbag chairs, a couch, cushions, & a soft upholstered chair. We were encouraged to play all the board games with each other & to explore whatever else we wanted to do.
I became an elementary school teacher & then a math teacher.

[ericpasion]

Im wondering if they also have flexible classrooms for highschoolers and how are they set-up...a video for such (if it exists) would be a good benchmark for other schools around the globe..

[pgpc]

My school has moved to a new location....taking notes via this video, thanks!

[Canela]

How does the teacher teach??? Does she go around to each child or group? Is there whole group teaching? How much time is allotted for students to be by themselves whereever they want?

[krislarkin]

I don't disagree with the philosophy and the flexible nature of classrooms that you are talking about. The statistics at the end of the video look great. But, Albemarle County is the county that contains Charlottesville, VA and the University of Virginia. I am curious what's going on in the City of Charlottesville schools, which have a much different and less middle class/affluent population as Albemarle County which surrounds it.

[IvanRocezCParre]

It is such a wonderful and perfect environment for diversity of learners. Sadly, it is not likely to happen here in the Philippines, we have very poor education system and not prioritize by the government.

[ritaprescott]

This is wonderful! Sadly, I can barley fit the 34 desks needed into my room. Maybe I can make small changes...

[MarySmith-mbpc]

Hi Folks, nice to see you, I am using your video in my class for pre-service teachers. Looks amazing!

[everetthill]

Teachers should. not be purchasing furniture for their classrooms or building it. Schools should provide for the furniture needs. If a teacher built item collapses and harms a student or a group of students, that teacher can be held legally liable for the injury.

[magguiar]

What about kids arguing over who gets the comfy seat?

[natiacomedyodia]

How to know whether they r studying or playing video games

[jacquelinefsithjensen]

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