Classroom setups are important to the interaction of the students with each other and the teacher. You could try a U-shaped set-up, so the children face each other. This set-up gives the teacher the opportunity to move freely among the children. Make sure that the teacher's desk is located where, if seated, she can see all the children. Try to keep bookcases behind the desk for the best view of
. the classroom. Another possible set up for students' desks are like work tables, in groups of 4 or 6. This enables the interaction of the students between themselves, and is helpful in team projects. Whichever set-up you pick, mix it up throughout the year! More ideas can be seen at http://classroom-organization.suite101.com/article.cfm/how_to_set_up_a_classroom.
