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ERIC Number: EJ722789
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2005-Jul
Pages: 2
Abstractor: ERIC
ISBN: N/A
ISSN: ISSN-0887-2376
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More Ergo, Less Aargh!
Roy, Ken
Science Scope, v28 n8 p50-51 Jul 2005
Unless the teacher is working at an ergonomically designed workstation, using a computer can result in eyestrain, neck aches, backaches, and headaches. Unfortunately, most teachers do their keyboarding at desks, on lab tables, and in other spaces that were not designed with computer use in mind. Ergonomics is the science of adapting workstations, tools, equipment, and job practices to be compatible with the individual worker and thus reduce the possibility of injury. Lab-based science instruction requires teachers to perform many repetitive tasks, such as writing on the chalkboard, using a microscope, keyboarding, and pipetting, which can lead to aches and pains. However, many common problems can be avoided if teachers become aware of their work environment and avoid certain behaviors. This article offers some of the more common ergonomic-related hazards of working in the lab and suggestions for avoiding them.
National Science Teachers Association, 1840 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22201-3000. Tel: 800-722-6782 (Toll Free); Web site: http://www.nsta.org.
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Middle Schools
Audience: N/A
Language: English
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