Methodological Approach to Assessing Child Centricity in Urban Schools of India
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Environment-behaviour studies have proved the power of the environmental container to impact inhabitants in a significant way. This paper is part of an on-going doctoral research on evaluating building performance of urban Indian schools using Post Occupancy Evaluation as a major tool through its primary users- the students. An appropriate methodology was evolved in response to the outcomes of a pilot survey that identified unique ground situation. It assisted in understanding the status of urban learning environs from point of view of child centricity & in conclusion enabled the research enquiry to recommend parameters for a student-friendly & inclusive school design.
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