The effect of warm weather on learning environments has become a serious concern for teachers, parents and students as temperatures rise in the hot summer months. The discomfort and heat in the classrooms can have a negative effect on student learning, concentration, or overall well-being.

 

Several aspects of student learning can be negatively influenced by the hot weather in classrooms. When students are physically uncomfortable, such as excessive sweating, dehydration, and fatigue, it may reduce their capacity to focus and exercise active participation in learning. Unpleasantness due to the heat can lead to irritability, restlessness and difficulty maintaining concentration leading to a reduction of academic performance.

Students are faced with learning difficulties due to hot temperatures in the classroom, impairment of concentration, cognitive function, and emotional well-being. In times of intense heat, teachers might be able to provide better comfort and support for learning with strategies such as good ventilation, hydration breaks, schedule management, flexibility in dressing requirements or education awareness. Improving the well-being of students and taking proactive measures to reduce heat impact can help improve school performance and provide an optimal learning experience for all.

By: MS. JONALYN B. VILLANUEVA | TEACHER I | CATANING INTEGRATED SCHOOL | BALANGA CITY, BATAAN