Physical structure refers to the organization of the physical learning environment, including the type and use of furniture. It is important as the physical environment can present barriers for students with sensory, behavioral, or communication difficulties. Effective physical structure ensures safety, security, and provides clear boundaries and expectations while allowing flexibility. The level of structure should be adjusted based on student needs and data to provide the appropriate level of support.

1. Structured Classroom Series:Physical Structure Sponsored by FDLRS Action Resource Center

2. Sketch Your Classroom

3. Physical Structure Take Note! What is it? Physical Structure refers to the organization of the physical learning environment. It takes into consideration the amount/type and use of furniture within the physical space. Why is it important? The physical environment presents many barriers for students experiencing sensory, Behavioral and communication difficulties. Effective Physical Structure ensures staff & student safety & security.

6. Characteristics of effective physical structure in the classroom What do teachers think about the importance of physical structure? Structuring the classroom for diverse learners Structuring the play center

8. Behavioral Support

9. Communication

10. Intellectual Capability

11. Physical Ability

12. Health ConsiderationsMore intensive need Increase Physical Structure scaffolding Less intensive need Fade Physical Structure scaffolding

13. Physical Structure: Classroom Configuration http://classroom.4teachers.org/

15. Always seek opportunities for student engagement across all campus settings.

17. PE/Fields

18. Gymnasium

19. Playground

23. Data collection opportunitiesPS Video

24. Physical Structuresummary Refers to the way in which we set-up and organize the physical environment Teaches boundaries (where an area begins and ends) Minimizes distractions (visual and auditory) Increases student independence Conveys expectations