Classroom in the Round

In-the-Round classrooms are a new kind of lecture forum with a central podium surrounded by curved rows arranged in concentric circles.

view of the Classroom in the Round
Even large classes feel more intimate in this In-the-Round design.

This type of seating allows faculty and students to see each other more clearly and feels surprisingly intimate, even in larger settings. Auditorium-style tablet armchairs are more comfortable than standard lecture halls, and support whole-class and partner-based discussions.

In-the-Round classrooms feature the next wave of audiovisual displays and offer opportunities for exploring newer immersive technologies to enhance student engagement and participation.

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Technology

The Classroom in the Round includes:

  • Multi-level fixed height circular lectern
  • Touch Panel
  • Resident PC with Blu Ray DVD player
  • Mersive Solstice Wireless Presentation
  • HDMI Input
  • Wireless Microphones (1 handheld and 1 lavalier)
  • Assistive Listening
  • Lectern confidence monitor
  • Wall-mounted drop down projectors and 9 ceiling-mounted digital displays with 360-degree viewing
  • In-floor power in some seating locations
  • Glass magnetic dry erase boards