Is it time to ditch the classroom desk?

Level Up Learning

Feb 17, 201612:10Education

Sitting all day isn't good for anyone--and it can have serious impacts for our students. Dave and Kate explore the consequences of too much sitting for young people, and how more people are turning to standing desks or s...

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