Publicação
Impact of Smart Lighting Systems on Classroom Learning Environments
| datacite.subject.fos | Ciências Naturais::Ciências da Computação e da Informação | pt_PT |
| dc.contributor.advisor | Victorino, Guilherme Hidalgo Barata Martins | |
| dc.contributor.author | Castro, Sara Leitão Duarte de | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2025-11-13T14:52:46Z | |
| dc.date.embargo | 2028-10-30 | |
| dc.date.issued | 2025-10-30 | |
| dc.description | Dissertation presented as the partial requirement for obtaining a Master's degree in Information Management, specialization in Business Intelligence | pt_PT |
| dc.description.abstract | The learning environment plays a crucial role in the academic performance of students. One important aspect of this environment is lighting. Traditional classroom lighting typically does not account for the varying needs of students throughout the day. Smart lighting systems, which can adjust lighting based on specific parameters such as time of day, type of activity, and individual preferences, offer a promising solution. By tailoring the lighting conditions to the learning context, these systems have the potential to enhance concentration, reduce fatigue, and improve overall academic outcomes. This thesis investigates the effectiveness of smart lighting systems in enhancing classroom learning environments by focusing on the relationship between lighting conditions and specific educational activities. A mixed-methods design was employed, combining test results and classroom observations. Students’ cognitive performance, engagement, and comfort were evaluated under five lighting conditions (white, yellow, orange, green, and blue) during two distinct learning tasks: creative projects and group discussions. The User’s Environmental Interaction Framework (UEIF) was used to interpret behavioral, emotional, and environmental responses. Quantitative results revealed a clear preference for warm lighting—orange for group discussions and yellow for creative tasks. In contrast, blue lighting consistently produced lower levels of social comfort and expressive interaction. Green lighting, while neutral, lacked the stimulating effects observed under warmer tones. Overall, the findings suggest that smart lighting systems can meaningfully enhance learning environments by aligning lighting conditions with the cognitive demands of classroom activities. | pt_PT |
| dc.identifier.tid | 204071712 | |
| dc.identifier.uri | http://hdl.handle.net/10362/190665 | |
| dc.language.iso | eng | pt_PT |
| dc.rights.uri | http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | pt_PT |
| dc.subject | Learning Environments | pt_PT |
| dc.subject | Color Psychology | pt_PT |
| dc.subject | Smart Lighting Systems | pt_PT |
| dc.subject | Education | pt_PT |
| dc.subject | Cognitive Performance | pt_PT |
| dc.subject | SDG 4 - Quality education | pt_PT |
| dc.subject | SDG 5 - Gender equality | pt_PT |
| dc.subject | SDG 7 - Affordable and clean energy | pt_PT |
| dc.subject | SDG 8 - Decent work and economic growth | pt_PT |
| dc.subject | SDG 9 - Industry, innovation and infrastructure | pt_PT |
| dc.subject | SDG 11 - Sustainable cities and communities | pt_PT |
| dc.title | Impact of Smart Lighting Systems on Classroom Learning Environments | pt_PT |
| dc.type | master thesis | |
| dspace.entity.type | Publication | |
| rcaap.embargofct | O motivo é a intenção de publicar o conteúdo da tese num periódico científico. O embargo é essencial para proteger a originalidade da investigação, permitindo o processo de revisão por pares e a eventual publicação sem que o trabalho seja considerado pré-publicado. | pt_PT |
| rcaap.rights | embargoedAccess | pt_PT |
| rcaap.type | masterThesis | pt_PT |
| thesis.degree.name | Mestrado em Gestão de Informação, especialização em Business Intelligence | pt_PT |