Sociology
The Micro-Sociology of Classroom Seating Arrangements and Academic Engagement
Quick fact
Research in classroom ecology shows that students seated in the front and center of a classroom, often called the 'action zone', are more likely to ask and answer questions, and they tend to earn higher grades than those in the back or sides.
Why this is interesting
You've probably noticed that some students always sit in the front of the classroom, while others hide in the back. But did you know that where you sit can actually change how much you learn and participate?