Educational facilities such as the campus buildings, computers, lecture halls and classrooms, laboratories and observation decks play an important role in education. It aids both teachers and students in the learning process. Below are some of the important functions of educational facilities:
- It provides a physical location where educational instruction can be held. The design of an institution's physical environment and the type of educational facilities it offers reflects its goals and values.
- Educational facilities such as theaters and sports fields or courts can also serve as the venue for students to conduct extra-curricular activities which will build their character and self-confidence.
- Well-maintained and state-of-the-art educational facilities serve as a visual statement to the public of of the quality and viability of the school or university to provide quality education.
- Since campuses are places where students converge, it gives students a sense of “academic” community.
- Superior educational facilities also help to instil a sense of pride for students and teachers that they are associated with a particular educational institution. For educators, this is a good reason for them to seek employment at a particular institution. It is also a big factor in teacher retention. These educational facilities combined with a faculty with good credentials and experience will attract thousands of students to enrol in or transfer to a university.
- High quality educational facilities will make it easier for students to learn, innovate and contribute to the existing knowledge in their field. These educational facilities should then be located in a safe, secure and comfortable environment.
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