Physical Environment of a Computer Lab

Physical Environment of a Computer Lab (2/5)

The physical environment of the classroom is arranged in the way that facilitates learning. It aims to create most effective learning environment for students. In my subject, I think there are several types that can be applied. 

First example as an ordinary and generally used in labs’ arrangement:

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Second one that I have designed:

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What I want my computer labs’ environment is certainly this type of arrangement. But, let’s begin to consider both of them advantages and disadvantages basically.

First example;

Second one that is my favourite:

Also in the second example, there should be a digital projector on the top. Lightning should be setup in the way shown below:

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When a discussion/decision session occurs, the lights numbered 2 should be opened. While students are working in a task using computers, lights numbered 1 should be opened. This will also help them focus on task and provide with a healthy lightning setup.

Note: This is a part of a whole article written by me. That is, you will find its continuation with this link.

Writer: yazar@yokartikya.com

Group Work, Seat Work and Recitations

Group Work, Seat Work and Recitations (5/5)

As you know, my favourite classroom design for the computer education is exactly support the group work, seat work and recitations.

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At the beginning of the each class, the students will sit the chair around the table located in the centre of the classroom. This table will be used for the decision of the group work, seat work, recitations and discussion.

For the group work, they will sit their chairs around DDT*.  I will explain the task and assign them to the groups. And if they are supposed to use the computers after my explanation and assignment the groups is done, they can use them and they are free to move during the group work and free to talk. In this way, they will enjoy the class.

For the seat work, they will sit their chairs around DDT* again.  I will explain the task and steps that they have to follow. Then, they will move on to their computers and do their seat works there. They are not allowed to move on and talk during the seat work. If they have a question about the work, they can raise their hands and I will stand by them. After, they can ask their questions quietly.

For the recitation work, they will sit their chairs around DDT* again and I use the whiteboard for the recitation section.

*Discussion/Decision Table

Writer: yazar@yokartikya.com