How do students themselves assess their current learning environments?
Using the Taylor Preference Interview (Taylor & Vlastos) as a model, research what K – 12 students like and dislike about their present schools. Compile and analyze data from the students, who are, in fact, the primary clients of the school system. What are the most and least liked areas of concern? What categories can be derived from student choices? What do students dream about having as part of their learning environments? Use frequency counts to determine priorities and student values or set up a web site to gather information. Share data in community venues and during planning stages for renovation and building of new schools. What design ideas come from students regarding the design of new schools? Do we listen to our children about the design of new schools? How would the students themselves solve some of the problems currently found in the schools? How does designing a school relate to subject matter disciplines: math, science, language arts, social studies, health, and the art
