What is a Learning Environment?

Learning does not occur in the classroom alone. It can take place anywhere.

A learning environment is all dependent on the learner and their learning style. It can be anywhere the learner feels comfortable and is able to concentrate and understand the subject in hand. 

There are many factors that contribute to the right learning environment but they are based on individual preference. Some people prefer background noise when working, others prefer silence. Some prefer the space surrounding them to be neat and tidy, some aren't bothered.

To organise a learning environment in a formal setting such as a classroom can prove quite difficult when you have a class of many individuals with differing wants and needs for learning. In formal settings, balance is the key. Colours, images, interactive equipment and music are just some examples that can be incorporated into a stimulating learning environment for children. Some children get distracted from the task at hand easily; therefore the classroom needs a balance. A classroom needs to be a place where a child feels comfortable and has the chance to concentrate. It should be a place that motivates their learning.