Brilliant idea Meg. Would love to see people consider all students as diverse learners. Dismantling the stigma and breaking the idea of a 'normal' classroom student is so important. 

Can you share some of your key direction points? Are you trying to increase concentration by reducing noise distractions, or light stimulation, peripheral visual distractions? 

Lots of great applications for something like this. 

Looking forward to seeing your project come together.

Thanks for your input!

One of the main aspects of my project is inclusivity, having a safe space in the classroom without having to be isolated or removed while having the support of features like soundproofing, adjustable lighting to fit the individual, colour therapy and options for padding for students that stim or for general comfort. 

I am also currently researching some innovative lighting solutions that promote the brain’s ability to focus and learn like human-centric lighting. 

Hello Meg

This idea from a student last year may be helpful https://ideaspies.com/posts/safe-space-for-autism

Great idea Meg,

In regards to social practicality, could this pose as a significant distraction as students enter the classroom as I'm considering whether kids that don't want to learn and work in the classroom may fight for these pods at the beginning of classes to hide away and do anything but work in class while those students that these pods are intended for continue to have to partake in regular class at a desk. Should these pods only be available in certain classes like homeroom, how many, etc.

Thank you for trying to think of a solution for this problem.

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Congratulations Meg on your fantastic efforts with your MDP, it has been great to be part of your design journey this year. 

Good luck with the submission of your project and adding any finishing touches this week, I am sure you will do great. We hope that you have learned a lot from being part of this year's UpRising and are excited to take your creativity and design thinking into the next steps in life, (which is exactly what business and industry are looking for.) Teachers, thank you for helping your students make the leap across the gap, from classroom to industry.

Business leaders, likewise it has been fantastic to connect with you, thank you for all of the support you have given to these young designers and helping to grow the innovation ecosystem in NSW. Breaking down the silos, together.