More on the Importance of Gestures (11-20-15)
Goldin-Meadow’s work indicates the importance of being able to see the gestures of others; a strong argument for co-location.
Goldin-Meadow’s work indicates the importance of being able to see the gestures of others; a strong argument for co-location.
Research by Finan, Quartana, and Smith confirms how important it is to design in safeguards that prevent sleep from being disrupted.
In a series of well-designed experiments, Desender, Beurms, and Van den Bussche have learned that if a person is close to someone who is concentrating on a cognitive task, their own concentration improves.
Women are more likely to enroll in computer science classes when they feel comfortable in the physical environments in which computer science courses are taught.
Key insights on designing schools
Applied research at Harvard University indicates the value of creating flexible academic environments and coordinating new space types with desired educational experiences.
More on creating the spaces where pupils with ADHD learn best
Lau, Gou, and Liu researched how open space can be used on campus to make students and staff healthier.
Research by Studte and her team confirms that napping during the day has benefits.
More reasons to design in movement