Historical

FYI: Modern Classroom Design Mirrors Factory Design During the Industrial Revolution. Top Story - February 2021.
If I tell you to imagine a classroom, we all probably imagine roughly the same thing: rows of desk all facing the front of the room, a chalkboard or whiteboard at the front where the teacher stands, perhaps a bell on the wall that rings when class is over. Well, I recently learned that all of these characteristics stem from none other than factories during the Industrial Revolution. That’s right! For your information, we’ve all basically been educated in a factory.
By Sara Rose5 years ago in FYI
Sunglasses Were Invented in Ancient China. Top Story - February 2021.
Sunglasses are intended to protect our eyes from the sun and help us see better when it’s bright out. They’re more than that, though — they’re a fashion item. Wearing the right pair of shades with a sharp outfit can make you look fantastic.
By Steve Brown5 years ago in FYI