3F.3 Low-tech AL Classroom
3F.3 is the first of Dawson’s 2nd generation low-tech Active Learning Classroom.
![3F.3 panorama](https://www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca/active-learning-classroom/wp-content/uploads/sites/83/3F.3-panorama-1200x325.jpg)
It was built in 2016 and was designed with flexible table arrangements in mind. It features large whiteboards around the perimeter of the room for use by students.
Design Layout
- 18 rectangular tables that can be setup in multiple arrangements;
- 45 chairs (on casters) for a total room capacity of up to 45 students;
- 7 large wall-mounted whiteboards;
- A set of small portable whiteboards for individual/small-group use;
- Colour coding for each writable-glass & whiteboard space identified by coloured wall segments above each board;
- A small teacher podium on casters that holds the teacher’s wireless keyboard and mouse and has room for books and notes.
Technology, Lighting & Sound
- A single teacher-dedicated SMART Board with a dedicated projector and pull-down screen that assures that the teacher board is visible to all students;
- Flexible lighting that includes direct lighting for all whiteboards as well as general room lighting – all on separate switches;
- A sound system with speakers in the ceiling that can broadcast sound from the teacher SMART Board.
For details on how to use the sound system click here.
3F.3 LAYOUT
![3F.5 Layout](https://www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca/active-learning-classroom/wp-content/uploads/sites/83/3F.5-Layout-796x640.jpeg)
3F.3 PHOTOS
![IMG_7005](https://www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca/active-learning-classroom/wp-content/uploads/sites/83/IMG_7005-400x320.jpg)