Where does learning happen? It’s an old joke — the truest answer is “between the ears” — but an awful lot of learning happens at schools.

This chapter focuses on where students learn, including various kinds of school settings, how students end up in them, and the difference it can make. Some of the differences are physical, like buildings and lab spaces — but intangible stuff matters, too, like school climate, governance, and leadership.

As you read these lessons, please remember to take the quizzes. They help reinforce your learning as you advance toward your certificate as an Ed100 Graduate.

Here’s a quick overview of the lessons in this chapter: