Vol. 4 No. 6 (2026), Articles
Vol. 4 No. 6 (2026)

PHYSICAL CLASSROOM ARRANGEMENT AND ITS IMPACT ON STUDENTS' INTERACTION

Articles
Published 2026-04-25
Kuchmurоdova Gulnora Xatamovna
Senior teacher, English Department University of Innovation Technologies
Erkinova Farangiz Azizbek qizi
English Department,First year student University of Innovation Technologies
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Keywords

Classroom design, physical arrangement, student interaction, learning environment, group learning, student engagement, pedagogical strategy, environmental psychology, flexible classroom, teamwork.

Abstract

This article is dedicated to exploring how the physical architecture of a classroom, specifically the material and technical framework of the modern educational system, influences the socio-psychological interaction among students. In the educational process, students' academic performance depends directly not only on pedagogical methods but also on the comfort and structure of the space they occupy. The article provides a comparative analysis of traditional (row-based), semi-circular (U-shaped), and cluster (group-based) arrangement models. The research highlights the impact of visual contact (eye contact), the teacher's movement trajectory across the classroom, and the physical distance between students on the intensity of communication. Furthermore, the paper scientifically substantiates the role of the physical environment in transitioning from a "passive listener" to an "active participant" model. The findings offer practical recommendations for educators to dynamically  modify classroom layouts based on lesson objectives and to strengthen student collaboration.

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