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Download full textHathaway, Warren E. – 1982
Recent research indicates there are a great many nonvisual effects of light on people. The control of rickets and the suntan effect are well understood. Less well known effects include synchronization of a number of physiological rhythms and prevention and control of infantile jaundice. Physiological and psychological effects also vary with the…
Descriptors: Color, Educational Environment, Elementary Secondary Education, Environmental Influences
Rankin, John C. – 1982
In this speech, the author traces the history of lighting in schools, discusses the variables affecting the amount of illuminance needed, and provides a table of illuminances recommended for Ontario schools. Other factors that affect vision--glare, veiling reflection, color, and brightness balance--are outlined. Planners are admonished to…
Descriptors: Color Planning, Design Requirements, Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries
