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Society is typically defined as a group of people living together in the same geographical and social territory. Historically, the word society comes from the Latin word societas, which means friend or ally. This connection suggests many societies were formed for protection and strength. In Canada, we pride ourselves in creating a multicultural society built through immigration.
The classroom furniture may help or hinder collaborative learning. The ability to move furniture easily, quickly, and safety is important in classrooms wanting to create and support collaborative learning. When students are using digital technologies such as tablets or laptops, they need to be able to move around, connect to electricity, work in ever-changing groups, and use a variety of materials and resources. Also, recent studies suggest that sitting is the new smoking. From Smith Systems website: “movement can contribute to … concentration and is considered beneficial to
physical health”.
What’s common among many of the leading architects of the 20th century? They attended Montessori Schools and learned by playing with and exploring Froebel’s Gifts.
Everyone knows that packing our own lunch on a regular basis saves money and gets us to eat healthier. But like other healthy things (e.g. exercise, personal wellness, time management, etc.), we often lose our way and forget to make the time it takes to do what is best for us.