Research Article
The ecology of learning: The impact of classroom features and utilization on student academic success
Article first published online: 24 SEP 2007
DOI: 10.1002/ir.224
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New Directions for Institutional Research
Special Issue: Space: The Final Frontier for Institutional Research
Volume 2007, Issue 135, pages 81–106, Autumn (Fall) 2007
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How to Cite
Herzog, S. (2007), The ecology of learning: The impact of classroom features and utilization on student academic success. New Directions for Institutional Research, 2007: 81–106. doi: 10.1002/ir.224
Publication History
- Issue published online: 24 SEP 2007
- Article first published online: 24 SEP 2007
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Abstract
This study shows that the physical size of classrooms and timing of classes correlate with cognitive growth and retention of first-year students enrolled at a medium-size, moderately selective public university.

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