Author Question: Why is it helpful to think of the learning environment as a piazza surrounded by streets, paths, and ... (Read 118 times)

littleanan · **on:** Sep 15, 2018

Why is it helpful to think of the learning environment as a piazza surrounded by streets, paths, and small gathering spots?

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

A teacher trying to promote story comprehension after a storytelling session would ask which of the following questions?

a. Could the story have a different ending?
b. How did Rover catch the cat?
c. What was the name of the cat?
d. How many times did Rover bark at the door?

yahahah24021 · **Reply #1 on:** Sep 15, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Thinking about the learning environment in this way makes sure that when planning the learning space, none of the necessary spatial components are forgotten.
1.The piazza represents the large whole group area where people meet to talk about what has happened and in which to hold special events.
2.The streets and paths represent the pace that needs to be provided so that children can move easily in an orderly way about the room.
3.The small gathering spots represent the learning centers and places where children can do small group work.

Answer to Question 2

a