Two experiments tested the general question of whether a more "natural" artificial light (Vita-Lite) would have any different effects on classroom behavior and the ability to study than would a traditional (cool-white) light source. Fifty-nine undergraduates took part in the first experiment that utilized an 8-week counterbalanced design.…

The lighting of a school building should be considered an active element of the total educational environment. In addition to ensuring efficient performance of visual tasks, a good lighting system contributes significantly to the aesthetic and psychological character of the learning space. Recent literature on school illumination recommends a…

This document offers additional guidelines for school facilities in California in the areas of safety and security, lighting, and cleanliness. It also offers a description of technology resources available on the World Wide Web. On the topic of safety and security, the document offers guidelines in the areas of entrances, doors, and controlled…

The Cleveland Health Museum and Education Center utilizes advanced lighting techniques to keep student attention high and to make visual presentations exciting experiences. (Author/MLF)

The installation of an up-to-date lighting system has given six half-century old Chicago elementary schools a new lease on life. (Author)

The basic principles of the most commonly used lamp types and the circuitry which makes them operate are discussed. The two objectives of this book are to serve as a--(1) guide to economical lighting, and (2) a permanent reference source for troubleshooting. Areas dealt with include--(1) lighting fundamentals, (2) incandescent lamps, (3)…

Presented in this report are the Illuminating Engineering Research Institute's fundamental scientific concepts in a new frame of realism while relating them to an up-to-date accounting of the search for new basic knowledge. In addition to being an annual accounting, it is also intended to provide orientation. Its presented in dramatic and…

The most important element in good lighting is planning, not money. (Author)

Ways to conserve energy in the ventilation, lighting, maintenance, and cleaning of vocational schools are suggested. (EC)

An energy management program has resulted in an energy reduction, compared with figures of three years ago, of 28 percent in electricity and 37 percent in natural gas. (Author/MLF)

The study examined whether individual levels of optimal illumination could be reliably determined for visually impaired adults and whether the level identified in the assessment had validity in relation to a practical reading task. The assessment procedure was found to be reliable and valid and reading performance improved. (Author/DB)

Guidelines presented to help recreation professional choose effective, safe lighting systems involve determining how much light is needed, buying the best life cycle value, light sources, and other lighting design considerations. (CB)

At West Deptford High School in New Jersey, a group of students led by their teacher have developed a number of sound energy-conserving techniques that add up to substantial savings for the school budget. (Author/MLF)

A "phantom" fluorescent tube produces a lower level of light but the evenness of illumination is maintained. (Author/MLF)

Author provides suggestions which supply direction for making your own photographs of art work. (Author/RK)