Sage on the stage, independent study, collaborative teaming, hands-on/project-based teaching methodologies and many other learning/teaching styles and methods that have evolved and transitioned throughout the years will not be thinking of the past, but wi
- By Keegan Jackson
- 12/01/09
As more school districts across the nation embrace renewable energy technologies, many are now considering the merits of photovoltaic systems. This technology is a form of solar energy that converts sunlight to electricity through the use of photovoltaic
- By Terry Liette, Ian Hadden
- 12/01/09
A report from the Rural School and Community Trust warns of the effects of poverty on students in rural school districts.
- By Michael Fickes
- 12/01/09
It takes a village to raise a child, but that's nothing compared with designing spaces on a college campus. A variety of voices need to be heard to pull off a successful project. How do you know if the right players are on your team?
A handful of designers and suppliers offer their combined knowledge and experience so that designers and administrators can better know what to consider when making decisions about which doors and windows to use in new building or renovation projects in o
Sage on the stage, independent study, collaborative teaming, hands-on/project-based teaching methodologies and many other learning/teaching styles and methods that have evolved and transitioned throughout the past 20 years. he archaic "factory model&
- By Keegan Jackson
- 12/01/09
As schools implement sustainable initiatives across campus, many are looking at renewable energy sources as a way to uphold green practices and save money. While some campus initiatives can cost little, short of students volunteering their time, the cost
- By Christine Beitenhaus
- 12/01/09
Facility personnel have hundreds of choices when it comes to selecting the best insulation for a project. Some products have been on the market for decades, while others are relatively new. Following some key points will help to ensure that the selected i
When schools decide to replace or increase video cameras due to campus growth or changes and evolving security goals, many discover operational efficiencies and cost benefits of converging legacy equipment with newer, more sophisticated systems that are i
Despite the negative effects of the economy, the one factor that has helped students thrive in school this past year is an increased emphasis being placed on engagement. Engagement is fostered in many ways. It is about building connections students
The Global Positioning System (GPS) that has now become so commonplace began with the launch of the system's first navigational satellite in 1978. GPS was originally developed for the military, but has since become widely used for civilian purposes.
With costs for new construction escalating, refurbishing existing facilities becomes an ever more attractive, if not necessary, prospect. Unfortunately, traditional procurement methods don't always provide facility planners with the quick response and bud
Nearly 3 million kilowatt-hours (kwh) of electric energy are anticipated to be saved at Casa Grande (Ariz.) Elementary School District from a recently implemented energy management and awareness program.
- By Christian Javorski
- 12/01/09
While the overall performance of the envelope contributes to good indoor air quality (IAQ), major chapters of the CHPS design guide detail techniques used to control the infiltration of outside air and moisture through the envelope and into the building.
- By Michael Fickes
- 12/01/09
Increasingly popular, digital signage performs a number of tasks on campus.
- By Christine Beitenhaus
- 12/01/09
The question from school district administrators, for themselves and for parents, might be: Is the assistive technology a child is using outdated, and could it be replaced by a device with improved/more features?
Despite the negative effects of the economy, the one factor that has helped students thrive in school this past year is an increased emphasis being placed on engagement. Engagement is fostered in many ways. It is about building connections students
A handful of designers and suppliers offer their combined knowledge and experience so that designers and administrators can better know what to consider when making decisions about which doors and windows to use in their new building or renovation project
While today's market offers exceptional buying opportunities for colleges and universities, it is also fraught with peril. What's a Facility Department to do? How can you take advantage of available savings, while ensuring quality? Here are some
- By Michael Fickes
- 11/01/09
Since the basic idea of bidding out campus safety consulting or equipment purchase project is for the client to obtain the highest quality services and/or products at the lowest price, the way a request for proposal (RFP) or other bid solicitation documen
While most school districts have athletic programs that are as second nature as academics, even braving reduced budgets in recent years to keep their programs running, it's possible to improve on the tried-and-true. Here, a number of experts offer th