Case Studies

Education Case Studies

Steelcase research and insights bring new learning spaces to campus.

Learn how other education institutions have brought our research and insights to life on their campus. We are proud to showcase the result of their forward-thinking and planning efforts designed to help students reach their maximum potential. Each case study includes unique challenges and creative solutions.

eno case study: Ilse of Eigg

In the fall of 2010, two schools using PolyVision technology on opposite sides of the world, seized a unique opportunity to partner in a global learning collaboration. Carteret Middle School, in New Jersey, teamed up with the Eigg School, located on a remote island off of the coast of Scotland. The goal of the program was to enable students to communicate with a group of peers from a completely different social background.

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LearnLab case study: Richland College

Richland College, the largest of seven colleges in the Dallas County Community College District, uses six LearnLab classrooms to shape and support innovative teaching methods, enabling Richland students to experience learning at its best.

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eno case study: Primary School NB 267 Warsaw, Poland

Primary School No. 267 under the auspices of Juliusz Słowacki is located in Warsaw’s picturesque park in Żoliborz. It was built in 1968. The school places great emphasis on providing conditions not only for intellectual development but also physical and emotional development. Every child is treated as an individual with differing personalities, obstacles and gifts.

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Node case study: Universidad Mariano Galvez de Guatemala

Like all higher education institutions, Universidad Mariano Galvez de Guatemala has been trying to address the changes impacting education today: increased student expectations, rapidly changing technology and the adoption of more active and interactive teaching styles. Recognizing the impact these changes have on learning spaces, the university made Node standard in all of their nearly 300 classrooms.

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media:scape case study: Texas Tech University

A new group work area in the main library at Texas Tech University takes a decidedly nontraditional approach to library space, and as a result has become one of the most popular places on campus. Students hold animated conversations and collaborate at 11 different media:scape work stations.

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eno case study: Upper Darby School

Located just west of Philadelphia, Upper Darby School District serves one of the most densely populated and urbanized townships in Pennsylvania. Over the past two decades, the district has grown from 7,500 to over 12,000 students, making it the largest school system in Delaware County and among the top 11 in the state. The District is comprised of 14 schools, including one high school, two middle schools, ten elementary schools and a kindergarten center.

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Node case study: Northview High School

A two-month study at Northview High School confirms that the node chair transforms the traditional classroom into a more interactive, dynamic teaching and learning environment. Read how node changes the classroom experience and promotes active learning.

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Case study video: Stanford d.school

The d.school’s philosophy holds that space, furniture, tools, and technology are integral to pedagogy. Students are encouraged to display their ideas and work in progress. See how they use their space to promote behaviors critical to design thinking, such as empathy and experimentation.

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Case study video: University of Michigan

The University of Michigan takes a fresh approach to their classrooms, implementing a strategy that includes engagement, collaboration and flexibility. A variety of classroom set-ups and solutions offer students a variety of classroom experiences. Each incorporating collaborative tools and technology.

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