After lots of research about artists and the how the environment impacts their ability to create I decided to make a BIG change in the art room. Every child has a different set of strengths and challenges when entering the art room and it is my goal to encourage them to embrace both to better themselves as artists and individuals. To help motivate students to take more ownership of their learning I have created several different types of spaces for students to work in. We have 4 levels at which students can work: tall tables for standing, regular tables for sitting or standing, short tables for kneeling, and floor space where students can work with a clipboard and rug or yoga mat. I have loved seeing how confident the students have been with trying out the different levels. Students have been encouraged to try out every level so they can determine what works best for them and where they can focus on their artwork the most. This change has opened up the space in the art room tremendously! Students are much more free to move when working and are able to share supplies more easily. Working in a position that is comfortable for them helps to eliminate the fidgeting that they sometimes experience when working in a space that doesn't feel natural to them. They also have better control over the perspective of their artwork now which has had a big impact on their craftsmanship in a very short amount of it! As an art educator it is my hope to slowly transition the art room into a space where students can feel independent and confident in their choices and ability to create. This is a small step towards that goal and the students have embraced it beautifully! What are your thoughts on flexible seating in the classroom? I look forward to posting updates as we move forward with this new environment!
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