There are essentially three types of classroom, according to Ian Smith, of Learning Unlimited:
1 THE SAFE CLASSROOM:
* The teacher is authoritative and directs the learning;
* The students learn because they feel they ought to or should;
* The students learn because they respect the teacher, and they believe he or she cares about their progress and provides them with effective support.
2 THE SHARING CLASSROOM:
* The teacher is both trusting and encouraging;
* Students learn because it is important to their sense of self and goals;
* Students learn because they admire the teacher and are involved in activities that interest and engage them.
3 THE SELF-MOTIVATING CLASSROOM:
* The teacher is empowering;
* Students learn because they want to for themselves;
* Students learn because they feel the teacher helps them to bring out the best in themselves.
