Inside: Answering Frequently asked questions about a deskless classroom and flexible seating expectations.
In fall of 2016, I first posted about my (student) deskless classroom. Since that post was published one day after ditching my desks, I decided it was time for an update. Since I went to only chairs in the end of November 2016, I have not gone back, but have added some flexible seating options. Here I will address some of the frequently asked questions I have gotten about not having student desks. *Update here is a Deskless Classroom Tour
What do I need to go #deskless?
How is your room set up?
What about all their stuff?
What about writing in a deskless classroom?
What about our 1:1 device in a deskless classroom?
What about seating charts?
What about our textbook, workbook and binder?
What kinds of activities can you do without desks?
What does the admin and school think?
What if I have more questions about going deskless?
What are your expectations?
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Allison Wienhold of Mis Clases Locas has a decade of experience as a #deptof1 secondary Spanish teacher in Iowa. She enjoys creating curricula using novels, films, and music. Allison provides professional development to World Language teachers, including being the keynote speaker at MALT and Comprehensible Iowa, and workshop presenter at dozens of state & regional organizations, school districts, AEAs, and virtual conferences.
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Im excited to try the games you've linked here! TY
My district requires a ton of writing. How do you combat this? I went deskless when I taught middle school and want to go back to it, but if my poor kiddos have to do a ton of writing, I'm not sure it's worth it.
I teach kindergarten through fifth grade in a Special Area setting; this means I see my classes on an eight day rotation. The lower grades do some coloring, some cutting and pasting activities…how would you handle it in a deskless classroom?
I think elementary students more than anyone is perfect for deskless!