The physical arrangement of chairs, tables, and presentations in a classroom can influence learning and is referred to as a classroom seating arrangement. Changing the classroom seating arrangement and displays can help an instructor increase student engagement. According to instructional communication theory, seating arrangements can influence how instructors communicate with students and how students interact with one another, thereby influencing engagement, motivation, and focus. Recent research suggests that the layout of the classroom space influences instructor pedagogy, activity selection, and on-task student behavior.
