Building & BaLA Initiatives
Implementation of BaLA
Community and Cultural Context : Incorporating elements of local culture and community into the school design helps make the learning environment more relatable and meaningful to students. This can include using local art, cultural symbols, and language in the design of school spaces.
Classroom Design
Walls as Learning Tools: Using walls to display educational charts, diagrams, and interactive boards.
Floor Designs: Incorporating educational games and activities into floor designs, such as hopscotch with numbers or alphabet trails.
Furniture: Using furniture that supports collaborative learning and can be easily rearranged for different activities.
Corridors and Common Areas
Learning Corridors: Designing corridors with educational content like number lines, historical timelines, and science facts.
Interactive Installations: Setting up installations that students can interact with during breaks or transitions between classes.
Outdoor Spaces
Learning Gardens: Creating gardens that serve as outdoor classrooms where students can learn about botany, ecology, and sustainability.
Playgrounds: Designing playgrounds with educational elements such as shapes, colors, and maps.
Technology Integration
Digital Displays: Installing digital displays that can show educational videos, interactive lessons, and important announcements.
Interactive Boards: Using smart boards and other interactive technologies in classrooms to facilitate modern teaching methods.