Tech Enhanced Classrooms

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Classrooms & Technology

At the heart of our commitment to superior education, CTE manages instructional media systems across 132 classrooms, from intimate rooms seating 35 students to grand auditoria with a 300-seat capacity. Our technology-enhanced classrooms are more than physical spaces--they are shared learning spaces designed to facilitate dynamic and engaging learning experiences.

List of Classrooms

Computer Learning Centers (CLC)

Equipped with cutting-edge tools, such as high-definition laser projectors, document cameras, wireless microphones, and more, these classrooms reflect our dedication to four standards of excellence: content intelligibility, ease of use, accessibility, and sustainability. Universally accessible to faculty from every College, our standardized systems fit every pedagogical style across every academic field.

At the CTE, we continually strive to provide operational instructional media systems, reinforcing SIU's unwavering commitment to creating inclusive environments for both teaching and learning.

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(90) Essential Instructional Technology (EIT) Classrooms:

CTE’s small classrooms are equipped with uncomplicated presentation systems that serve every academic discipline and pedagogical style. These essential systems include laser projectors, multimedia playback, document cameras, simple control systems, and laptop connectivity.

 

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Laser Projector

 

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Control System in Classrooms
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Document Camera in Classrooms

(13) Advanced Instructional Technology (AIT) Classrooms:

Some courses require more powerful presentation technology than an essential system provides. CTE’s advanced systems include laser projectors, multimedia playback, document cameras, expanded control systems, laptop connectivity, computers with lecture capture and active learning capabilities, and annotative touch displays.

 

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Laser Projector

 

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Control System in Classrooms
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Computer with Lecture Capture

(20) Large Auditoria:

CTE provides outstanding presentation systems in several large auditoria on campus. Each of these systems is designed around advanced instructional technology, though some are additionally equipped with high-definition lecture cameras (denoted with an asterisk) or spatial audio systems (denoted with a double asterisk).

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Auditorium

 

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Control System in Auditorium
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Computer with Lecture Capture
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Podium