Ergonomics for Educators
It’s the end of the school year, you’re finishing grading, and administering finals. I know it’s hard to think about more paperwork or even next year, but now is the best time to submit requests for new equipment. That’s because if you don’t use your left-over department money, you’ll lose it {and you know it!}. Why not better equip your classroom and your own work station for everyone’s benefit? With the right equipment, you can teach more effectively and your students’ attention can be kept more closely. Check out the following ergonomic wish list and see what you might need.
Top Ergonomic Products for Teachers
Mobile stands are fabulous for any teacher who presents lessons, especially middle or high school. They allow you to teach from any place in the classroom, which can be crucial for classroom management.- Presentation keyboards also allow you to present lessons from any point in the classroom- even next to the 2 talkers who won’t be quiet unless you’re right next to them!
- A keyboard tray is ideal for freeing up desk space and also maintaining a good neutral posture. An ergonomic keyboard and/or mouse also make for more efficient and more comfortable typing which is essential for extended periods of lesson planning and document writing.
- A document holder keeps notes and texts at eye level, thus reducing eye strain while typing.
- An ergonomic chair is a great investment for all those hours you spend lesson planning and grading. All that adjustability is so great for bad backs and general comfort.
- An ergonomic desk is ideal for all those hours spent planning and looking over student work, as well as typing and printing worksheets, quizzes, and tests.
- Some teachers love having a sound machine for test days. As distracted as students are these days, there’s no reason they should have to be diverted by their classmates’ every movement or eraser mark. In fact, many students find themselves stressed and unfocused because of awareness of their peers.
Don’t miss the chance to put your ergonomic needs to work in your classroom- before the end of the year, make sure you check out moobile stand and presentation keyboards.