Classrooms are evolving rapidly. University systems now commonly integrate classroom and information technology into the learning space. Wireless connectivity allows students to research issues during class. Students now routinely review and submit course information and contact professors online. The classroom itself has become a technological epicenter that allows students to view court proceedings and allows lecturers to vist via videoconferencing. Students now have the ability to repeat lectures by accessing streaming audio and video online. Some professors now require students to prepare video presentations. Faculty may now review such student projects on class webpages and need not handle multiple types of video media.
Here are some suggestions for possible information technology integration into your classroom discussions, research, and coursework:
Video conferencing capabilities allow a faculty member to teach from a remote location when they must be out of town on class days. Laptops with Polycom PVX software are always available to travelling faculty. Faculty also have the option of using teleconferencing software thus saving time and expensive travel.
