Classroom Visual Comfort

Summary of Yao, Bo & Zitong (2024)

Background & Existing Knowledge The increasing use of multimedia in classrooms, which replaces traditional blackboards with screens, complicates the visual environment. The distance from the screen is a key factor that can affect students' visual comfort.

New Insights from This Study

• The study identified a direct association between visual distance and the comfort level of students' visual perception in classrooms.

• The research provides quantitative data on the optimal viewing distances and angles for screens in different classroom sizes.

Practical Applications

• Optimizing Classroom Layout: Schools should design classroom layouts to ensure students are seated at an optimal distance from the main display screen to prevent visual discomfort and strain.

• Selecting Appropriate Technology: When choosing classroom technology, schools should consider the visual comfort of students, selecting screen sizes and types that are suitable for the classroom's dimensions.

• Promoting Eye Health Practices: Teachers and school staff should educate students on proper viewing habits and encourage regular eye breaks during lessons involving screens to maintain good visual health.

Conclusion The study’s findings are significant for architectural planning and design, offering a data-backed approach to creating classrooms that are visually comfortable and supportive of student health and learning.

Reference Yao, F., Bo, G., & Zitong, W. (2024). Association between visual distance and students' visual perception comfort in primary and secondary classrooms. Journal of Asian Architecture and Building Engineering, 23(2), 569-581. doi: 10.1080/13467581.2023.2245019.

Suggested Citation Ross, E. M., & Malar, D. B. J. (2025). Classroom visual comfort. Excellent Educator, 2(18), 4.