Education World – Nicole Gorman
“Further research indicates that standing desks might be more than just trendy- they might have significant benefits on both students’ physical and mental health, says a new study published in International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. According to ArsTechnica.com, the study tested 27 high school freshman over a one year period to see how standing desks affected their cognitive processes such as reasoning and working memory. “The researchers, led by Ranjana Mehta of the Texas A&M School of Public Health, got the idea for the study after seeing observational data that hinted at improved attention and focus of kids using standing desks in schools. Some schools are starting to use the trendy tables to allow students to move and ignite calorie burning during class—which could ultimately help combat the nationwide obesity epidemic,” the article said.”(more)