Why Hong Kong secondary classrooms need designing for active learning

Many secondary schools are moving away from rows of single desks

Children used to working in groups in primary school may find sitting in rows hard to get used to.

Until recently, how the furniture and layout of a classroom might help or hinder learning and achievement was rarely considered. But research has shown that classrooms designed to encourage active learning have a significant and positive effect on student engagement. So educators are now working with engineers, architects and others to design inspiring learning environments where the physical space and furniture supports and enhances learning.

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