The Standard Classroom is an easily reconfigurable, flat-floor classroom for 20-80 participants. The flexible space enables multiple modes of instruction and provides the option for mobile tablet-arm chairs or 2-person tables and chairs.
Instruction Modes
Lecture/Presentation, full class discussion, work in groups (non tech-assisted)
Technology
Supports presentation, conferencing, and capture.
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Furniture
Mobile tablet-arm chairs or 2-person tables and chairs.
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Writing Surfaces
Front board, perimeter boards
(material dependent on departmental preference)
Technology
Core Tech Services
Core tech services will provide support for the following uses:
Presentation
Present your digital content from a computer through a projector or flat-panel display and speakers.
Conferencing
Join a Zoom meeting. Room microphones and cameras will enable remote guests to see and hear activities in the classroom.
Capture
Room microphones and cameras will be able to capture presentation activities in the classroom for later distribution and sharing.
Powered by OpenAV
The audio-visual system is built around OpenAV, a Thayer developed system that is AV done IT style. This modular system enables on-going improvements and adaptations during a room's lifecycle.
Installed and maintained by One Dartmouth AV
The audiovisual system is installed by an in-house Dartmouth integration team and maintained by Information, Technology, and Consulting.
Control Overview
1 - Source Buttons
Select a source to present content in the room. If the system is off, it will automatically turn on when a source is selected.
2 - Hide/Show Video
Hide the content being presented temporarily. Tapping the hid/show button again will resume the presentation.
3 - Power
Turn the system off after use.
4 - Program (computer) Audio
Raise, lower, and mute the audio from the source being presented.
5 - Mic Volume
Raise, lower, and mute the in-room microphone volume.
6 - Room Settings
Additional room specific settings that may change from space to space to match the unique room attributes.
Furniture Options
Tablet Arm Chairs
Turnstone Shortcut
SEAT
With a back cut-out that allows for increased flexibility, wide seat and optional cushion,
Shortcut with Tripod Base provides comfort for the whole day. An adjustable worksurface and abbreviated elbow rests support a range of postures and enable the user to move closer to their work.
TRIPOD BASE
Shortcut’s Tripod Base provides easy storage for personal items, freeing the floor of clutter. This storage solution allows students to keep their belongings with them for easier transitions
between teaching modes.
WORK SURFACE
Large enough to support laptops and mobile devices, Shortcut’s Personal Worksurface provides a sturdy and flexible surface for student materials. The rotating arm accommodates both left and right-handed users.
Tables and Chairs (2-person)
KI PIROUETTE TABLE
Pirouette nesting tables support quick reconfiguration – the pull of a single lever flips the worksurface vertical while the innovative angled legs create straight-line nesting for compact storage. Lockable casters provide enable easy moving for flexible teaching.
Sized for two students per table
KI GRAZIE STACK CHAIR
The Grazie Stack chair includes Perfect Pivot, a frictionless mechanism that exactly mirrors natural body movement to improve sitting comfort. Backrest assembly moves over molded slide bushings and is supported by steel coil springs. This mechanism allows the backrest to move 15 degrees about an axis of rotation that is through the hips of the sitter.
Have suggestions or feedback for this room type?
We would love to hear your thoughts.
Standard Classroom FAQ
How do I provide input into how the standard classroom is designed?
We are always looking for input and suggestions for making the design better. You can always provide feedback through our feedback form using the "Provide Feedback" button.
Will I have a say in which writing surface gets installed (chalkboard vs whiteboard)?
Departments will be asked which surface they prefer. If there is no concensus, the writing surfaces will be replaced in kind or remain the same if in good condition.