Does your classroom or meeting room seating foster community or create invisible barriers? In this episode, we dive into the topic of seating and why where a learner sits matters more than you think. We break down the crucial difference between psychological safety and student avoidance, and tackle hurdles educators face when trying to implement a seating plan. By the end of this episode, you’ll have a clear roadmap for designing a space that truly supports learning.

Notes:

• “PD” means “professional development”
• Book mentioned was State Repression and the Labors of Memory by Elizabeth Jelin
• Seating Decision-Making Questions can be accessed here: brookefolgers.com/innovative-educators/ep-3-i-hate-open-seating