Abstract
A range of artificial lighting characteristics have been found to influence
our visual and cognitive capabilities, mood, motivation and/or (social) behaviour—
all affecting how we (academically) perform. One such influential characteristic is
spatial contrast, or the way light is distributed in space causing a pattern of light and
darkness. This study looks at if and how spatial contrast influences pupil behaviour,
and specifically their ability to concentrate. We first explored whether variances in
pupil noise, physical activity and mood, which have been found to affect concentration, occur when exposed to either a high or a low spatial contrast in their learning environment. Preliminary data from field experiments in a primary school indicates towards decreased noise levels and improved environmental satisfaction when a high spatial contrast condition is present. This implies improved environmental circumstances to concentrate. Further research to confirm this assumption will be undertaken.
our visual and cognitive capabilities, mood, motivation and/or (social) behaviour—
all affecting how we (academically) perform. One such influential characteristic is
spatial contrast, or the way light is distributed in space causing a pattern of light and
darkness. This study looks at if and how spatial contrast influences pupil behaviour,
and specifically their ability to concentrate. We first explored whether variances in
pupil noise, physical activity and mood, which have been found to affect concentration, occur when exposed to either a high or a low spatial contrast in their learning environment. Preliminary data from field experiments in a primary school indicates towards decreased noise levels and improved environmental satisfaction when a high spatial contrast condition is present. This implies improved environmental circumstances to concentrate. Further research to confirm this assumption will be undertaken.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Teacher Transition into Innovative Learning Environments : A Global Perspective |
| Editors | Wesley Imms, Thomas Kvan |
| Number of pages | 213 |
| Volume | 1 |
| Place of Publication | Singapore |
| Publisher | Springer Singapore |
| Publication date | Jan 2021 |
| Edition | 1 |
| Pages | 203 |
| Chapter | 3 |
| ISBN (Print) | 978-981-15-7497-9 |
| Publication status | Published - Jan 2021 |
Keywords
- Architectural Lighting Design
- Educational Environments
- Occupant Behahiour
Artistic research
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