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Classroom Doc Cam?
Q: Old Main 185 does not have a document camera, any chance we can get one?
A: Sure, we can look into this. Our full-featured doc-cam is the Wolfvision VZ-3
Its installation can prompt a huge re-wiring of the room – which takes some time to plan. OMAIN 185 is scheduled for an upgrade in summer 2017; we will see if we can move that up a year.
Most of our rooms have doc cams, but for those which do not, a quick option is to purchase a portable USB webcam. The $100 Ziggi HD-Plus is a pretty low-end product, but may work for you.
We are glad to address any classroom need – Contact us.
Class Computer Updates
It is frustrating to login to a classroom computer and be confronted with numerous updates. All classroom computers should get Windows updates “behind the scenes” continually. (If not, please let us know – this is important.)
Other software updates (Acrobat, Java, browsers, etc.) crop up occasionally and may be ignored or installed when time permits. Just say no when teaching.
Call (254) 307-1614 for immediate classroom tech assistance (or to report pesky computers).
Morrison 100 Whiteboards
A recent survey of Morrison 100 identified several needs, some which may be addressed rapidly: fresh paint, remove clutter and broken furniture, improve storage, request consistent seating, and improve whiteboard use when screen in down, and other suggestions which will take some time, if feasible: automatic shades, soundproofing, renovating the student tables.
We can forward your wishes regarding improvements to this room – please comment!
Specific to the WHITEBOARD being covered by the SCREEN – eventually, the screen will transition to a “wide format” and reveal some whiteboard below the bottom edge, but not much. Please view the room animation below … assuming the front clutter is removed … is this better?
- Does ADDING whiteboard to the LEFT help? (behind the podium)
- Is more whiteboard needed on the RIGHT or is that side OK?
- Does anyone need the Periodic Table? If so, may it be raised?
- Other thoughts?
Thanks for keeping the conversation going.
Draper 152
Let’s face it, Draper 152 (previously 116) needs some love. Over a thousand students sat in these seats in the 2014-15 year while twenty professors conveyed knowledge. How might this room be improved to enhance academic excellence? Does the technology suffice? How is the ingress/egress? How are the seats? Is a collaborative environment desired (or possible) in larger rooms? Would swiveling seats help? Do you need more stage space, more whiteboards, improved lighting control, another exit door, fresh paint …
Don’t let me lead you, or make any promises, but what do you recommend to improve Draper 116 152 for the upcoming years?
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Please report, or ask your office staff to report, maintenance or technology issues in any classroom!
Morrison Hall 100
Tiered tables with extra floor seating – what is the good, the bad, and what “really needs work” in Morrison 100? Not many rooms can handle 170+ seats, especially with tables, what do you suggest to make the space more effective and modern?
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Please report, or ask your office staff to report, maintenance or technology issues in any classroom!
Classrooms … in general
A&S professors teach in over 300 classrooms, most with robust presentation technology. We believe every room is 100% fully functional – if not, please let us know, you are our eyes and ears. Ask your office staff to contact us, if necessary.
Immediate help is available by calling Classroom Technology at 254-307-1614 – a technician will answer and can often solve issues over the phone.
Feel free to contact the A&S tech staff for training, to suggest rooms needing technology, to ask questions or to offer suggestions.
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