Impact: Computing Commons 226

MY FAVORITE BEAST
Computing Commons Room 226

Pod Arrangement

Strengths

aesthetically nice room, also quite glitzy
high tech, up-to-date computers and demonstration capabilities (screen), proxima, VCR
white boards close to the students, well lit
pleasing temperature usually well kept
rolling, plush chairs
great location in ASU's Computing Commons--technical support
pods allow for writing group work, although only three at a table
extra space at a table for writing and groups to gather if theyâd like

Weaknesses

high podium at front creates "sage on the stage" effect
tall computer screens hide students, block their view, or allow them to hide

Solutions

Some problems similar to CC 107 but not as severe. Ask students to roll their chairs to the front or middle of the room. Make writing groups no larger than three people. Have students use the demonstration computer to de-center authority. Think of the computer writing classroom as individualized, self-paced instruction. Pair up writers.

This room has a more community-building atmosphere because of the smaller size and pod arrangement. Notice that there are three computers to a table with open space for students to work away from the computer.

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This room has a more community-building atmosphere because of the smaller size and pod arrangement.	Notice that there are three computers to a table with open space for students to work away from the computer.