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UDL Principles

within Flexible Classrooms

By Natasha Bellows

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Flexible Space In Action

A closer look at Natasha’s classroom

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Check out how this project came to be :)

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A_1kcH8QxI0

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Circular Tables

Great for:

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  • Discussion
  • Collaboration
  • Lots of space for projects

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White Board Tables

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Great for:

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  • Brainstorming
  • Visual Mapping to make connections and be able to see them.
  • Counter-culture: a bit like breaking the rules! Appeals to teens.

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Cellphone Camera & Video

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Great for:

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  • Expressing ideas in different ways
  • Note Taking in different ways
  • Use of visuals and videos to enhance comprehension

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Chalkboard Wall

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Great for:

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  • Sharing ideas and exhibiting student work
  • Brainframes
  • Tactile enhancement
  • Creativity

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Cozy Corner

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Great for:

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  • Safe space to exchange and work.
  • Comfy and inviting.
  • Allows for flexibility in working and learning styles.

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Soft Lighting

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Great for:

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  • Calming
  • Sensory issues
  • Creating a welcoming atmosphere

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Kidney Bean Table

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Great for:

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  • Allows students to play the role of experts.
  • Enables teacher to observe and intervene with all students at the table.
  • Organic: no hard edges, which is inviting, and can meet the needs of all age groups.

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Seating Options

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Great for:

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  • Comfort
  • Choice
  • Students who struggle with sitting for too long
  • Students with movement disorders

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High Tables

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Great for:

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  • Students with back issues
  • Active learning
  • Groupwork

IKEA:

Starsta adjustable table

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Individual Tables

(or design tables)

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Great for:

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  • Individual Work
  • Students who need space to self-regulate
  • Self-Reflection
  • Art projects

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Classroom Library

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Great for:

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  • Downtime
  • Promoting reading
  • Offering choice and variety
  • Creating a cozy environment

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“Genius” Bar

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Great for:

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  • Quick access to technology as needed
  • Students can be independent to research information

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Technology

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Great for:

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  • Connecting learning to real life
  • Using tools students may already be familiar with
  • Increasing interest
  • Providing access to the learning outside of the classroom
  • Reducing paper

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Classroom Supply Stations

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Great for:

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  • Equality for all students
  • Reduce wasted time looking for materials (left home)
  • Help students perform better

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If you have any questions about my furniture or classroom design, please don’t hesitate to contact me:

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nbellows@lbpearson.ca

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Thank you!