Share Paper: Project REDESIGN: The effects of transformed learning spaces on teacher candidate growth

  1. Katie Chavis, Louisiana State University Shreveport, United States
  2. Tracey Burrell, Louisiana State University Shreveport, United States

Abstract: The objective of Project REDESIGN (Relative, Engaging, Dynamic, Energetic Spaces that Inspire Greatness Nationwide) is to create model learning and technology environments that prepare pre-service teachers to teach in 21st century classrooms. This presentation seeks feedback from other teacher preparation providers regarding Project REDESIGN to refine the project so that it can be replicated and used by other institutions. This presentation focuses on the impact of technology integration and classroom design on the training of pre-service teachers. The college’s Department of Education is poised to undergo a complete remodeling of facilities including all classroom spaces and our Curriculum Resource Center. ...