Classroom+Environment+II


 * Category II Divider Page: Classroom Environment**
 * **b. Artifact #3/ Reflective Statement**

The classroom is an enclosed office space within a shared space. It is a small area with clean white walls, no visuals since this room is utilized by many other specialists throughout the week. This room has a table that has been arranged in a diagonal direction in the rectangular area so to provide space for access to a wheelchair. The table has the space for the Hearing Impaired teacher's computer when being utilized; otherwise it is stored in its bag on the floor or not in the classroom area. The table is also the space used to complete student work. The table is the perfect height to accommodate the student's wheelchair. The chair and floor store the supplies for the daily lesson.
 * Classroom Environment - Enclosed Office Space**

I chose artifact two to demonstrate how the students classroom environment reflects on their learning process. It is imperative that the students seating arrangement is taken into consideration because he is dependent on a wheelchair for mobility purposes. If the student is not in the approriate seating arrangement then it would make it difficult for him to fit accordingly to the classroom with his wheelchair. The setting has to provide him with appropriate access to the learning center area, which is a table. If he can not reach the table then he would not be able to participate in his learning activities. The white walls brighten up the small area and assist in giving the illusion that it is a larger space. Behavior charts are not displayed in this classroom. The expectations were discussed at the start of the school term and the student clearly understands the expectations for the class. Resouces, materials, and technology are within arms reach for both the teacher and student to access at anytime. The positive results achieved from artifact two was the students display of being comfortable within his learning environment. As a result, his academics are improving and he is developing new skills daily. I learned that it is imperative that the students seating arrangement be an appropriate placement for each student and that appropriate accommodations are necessary for both the student and the educator. I grew professionally because I was able to accommodate the students needs with the surroundings; therefore providing an appropriate learning environment.
 * Reflective Statement**