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Active Learning Classrooms

Active Learning Classrooms offer tools and flexible layouts to support lively discussion, multimedia, group work, and presentations while allowing students to work using their laptops and mobile devices at the same time. Pace currently has six ALC's along with plans for the Classroom Design Committee to expand and create more in the future together with Building Services and Ed Media.

ALC Locations

  • New York City: W510 and W511
  • Pleasantville: Miller 21, 22, and 27
  • Pleasantville: Willcox Lecture Hall

Eligibility

All active Faculty teaching a face-to-face course.

How To Get This Service

ALC's can be reserved as the primary meeting space for a face-to-face course. ALC's cannot be reserved for single presentations or events, however faculty can reach out to Ed Media to schedule an appointment to see the rooms and receive training on how to use the equipment.

Ideally, faculty should submit their request as early as possible for these rooms. For more information, contact Academic Scheduling. Alternatively, you can also reserve an ALC by emailing academicscheduling@pace.edu or by directly calling (212) 346-1626.

Support

Educational Media Hours

New York Campus - E312
Department Phone: (212) 346-1583

  • Monday - Thursday: 8:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
  • Monday - Thursday: 8:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
  • Monday - Thursday: 8:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.

Pleasantville Campus - Miller Hall 31
Department Phone: (914) 773-3338

  • Friday: 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
  • Friday: 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
  • Friday: 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

White Plains Campus - Aloysia Hall 303
Department Phone: (914)422-4060

  • Saturday: 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (excluding summer)

Intercession and non-class periods: 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Learn More

  • About the ALC Photo Gallery posted by the Classroom Design Committee
  • Get inspired by this list of Suggested Active Learning Tools and Strategies
  • Learn more about What the Research Says on Active Learning

FAQ

Can I schedule a one-time session to use an ALC for an event or single class session?
ALC's are booked in advance as the primary meeting space for courses throughout the full semester. You can inquire with Academic Scheduling at academicscheduling@pace.edu for special requests.

Does the room have audio speakers connected to the computer?
Yes, the room speakers are hidden in the ceiling but provide full audio for occupants in the room. Students can also feed audio to the speaker system by using an HDMI cable to connect their personal laptops to the classroom monitors.

Do all of the occupants in the room appear in the webcam's view?
Yes, the wall-mounted webcam installed in the room provides a wide angle view of the entire room. Discrete microphones attached to the ceiling can capture voices clearly from around the room. This setup is ideal for a guest speaker presenting to the class remotely, or for individual viewers to participate from home. If your goal is to connect two physical classrooms via web conferencing, please consider one of our Video Conferencing rooms built specifically for this purpose.

  • Pleasantville MILLER 21 & 22
  • New York City CIVIC 510 & 511
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Announcing New Active Learning Classrooms

Available Now

What is an Active Learning Classroom?

  • Lively Discussion

An ALC is designed to provide you with the tools to support:

  • Multimedia
  • Group Work
  • Video Conferencing
  • Presentations

...while offering the flexibility of allowing students to work using their laptops and mobile devices.

AND

3 Adjustable Flat Screen Displays Per Room

  • Writeable Walls
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Pace University classroom

Mobile Instructor Podium

Mobile Instructor Podium offers wireless connectivity to classroom computer.

Displays can be used individually by breakout groups or show a single image on all three

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Mobile instructor podium

Smart Chairs

Rollable smart chairs can be arranged for class discussion or breakout groups and provide surface area for a laptop.

Charging stations along the wall for student devices

Wifi connectivity + HD camera allow you to host web conferencing with remote participants

Request an ALC For Your Course

To schedule an ALC for your course, fill out the Classroom Resource Preference Form.

ITS, Office of Academic Technologies | email for questions: acadtech@pace.edu