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Case Study: A teacher can do much to build a sense of community and prevent discipline problems through 1) thoughtful arrangement of the classroom space and what it holds -- seating, shelving, and other furnishings, equipment and materials 2) consideration of aesthetics such as the visual and auditory aspects of the space, and 3) careful planning for movement (e.g., -traffic pattern) within the classroom and/or other learning spaces (e.g., playground, atelier or mini-atelier, gymnasium, playing field, band room, art room, science labs, etc.).

Question 1. Describe the purposes your room or other space will serve. For example, if the children eat breakfast and/or lunch in the same room where they spend the rest of the day, consider all uses when planning the physical space.

Question 2. Describe the goals or issues that will affect how you arrange your classroom or teaching area. What will you do to make your room more conducive to the goals that you have for your learning community? For example, if you want to foster children 's independent work, you must ensure that many learning materials are within a child 's easy reach. If your classroom is in an open center, limiting the intrusion of sound from other classrooms may be a challenge to address.