| Initiative Title | Classroom upgrades |
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| Submitted in Previous Year(s) | No |
| Critical Information, Notes, Justification, Rationale | High-traffic / multi-use area. Carpeting is stained and unsightly. This item has been submitted previously as a renovation request. Current classroom furniture is old and much of it is unsuited for the physical needs of our current students. In addition, more modular seating options will add to varying pedagogical approaches in instruction. These classroom spaces have not been renovated (with the exception of new flooring in some classes) in approximately 20 years or more. Space is 109 is under-utilized while other classrooms are small and poorly configured for utilizing varied pedagogical practices. Chalk boards are outdated. While the Newburgh Campus has white boards - which are far easier for instructors to use - many of the Middletown Campus classrooms continue to have only chalk boards, which are not as clean or easy to use. The addition of smart seating will facilitate class discussions as well as make students more comfortable - and therefore more likely to learn. Smart projectors would minimize the time in which an instructor's back is to the class. Additionally, many instructors frequently show PPTs, slides, notes, movies, clips, etc...; HDMI projectors and room-darkening shades would enhance students' ability to see what is projected on the board. |
| Consequences of this initiative not being funded | OH 26 is used for multiple sections of multiple courses, Incoming Students Day events, visiting artists, etc. The condition of the carpeting in this room is an embarrassment which creates a bad impression of the college. The learning environment will continue to be negatively affected by students' physical discomfort, inefficient use of space, and the inability to adapt classroom configurations to suit a variety of activities and pedagogical approaches. Current desks are uncomfortable and do not suit the physical proportions of many students. They are also old and many need repair/cleaning. In order to "flip" the classroom and encourage group work, furniture is needed that will make this possible. In addition, these rooms are still equipped with chalk boards that should be replaced with white boards to minimize dust and allergic reactions. Instructors have issues with technology and the lack of it. Without updating, instructors will not be as able to meet the diverse and changing needs of our student population. |
| Department Goals | As resources allow, respond to academic department-identified needs for classroom upgrades to ensure effective, modern learning environments. |
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| Locations | Main Campus, Newburgh Campus |
| Estimated Completion Date | |
| Will this initiative span multiple budget years? | No |
| Importance | Medium |
| Funding Source | Request for Prioritization |
| Created | 12/13/2019 12:24 pm |
| Updated | 01/13/2020 9:59 am |
| Goal | How will the initiative support this institutional goal? |
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This will promote flexibility in seating leading to a variety of classroom activities as well as efficient use of technology |
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| Action Step | Responsible Party | Order |
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| Schedule replacement of carpeting. | Candice O'Connor | 1 |
| Purchase of 125 modular student desks (NODE chairs) at $350 per chair for HA 101, 103, 105, 107, 109 | Dept. Chair, Ass't Chair, Liberal Arts AVP, Purhasing | 2 |
| Secure funds for renovation and refurnishing of these classroooms | AVP Liberal Arts | 3 |
| Outcome | Order |
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| Improved appearance and condition in OH 26. Remedy tripping hazard. Creating a positive impression of our facility. | 1 |
| this will increase physical safety and comfort and enable instructors to vary learning activities | 2 |
| This will produce a better learning environment conducive to use of new technology as well as current pedagogical best practices | 3 |
| Method | Description | Other Method | Responsible Party |
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| Other | Enter other assessment method | Student feedback forms. | Arts & Communication faculty. |
| Observations | Information can be collected while observing “events” (including, sponsored activities, student {office staff} sessions, etc.) in the natural setting. Observation can provide information on student behaviors and attitudes. |
| INITIAL YEAR COST: | $7,045.00 |
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| RECURRING COST: | $0.00 |
| Need | Cost (Initial/Recurring) | Supporting Departments | |
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| 125 modular student desks | $45.00 |
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| approximately 10 4x8 whiteboards for HA 101, 103, 105, 107, 109 ($400 x 10) | $4000.00 |
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| TOTAL: | $4,045.00 / $0.00 | ||
| Need | Cost (Initial/Recurring) | Supporting Departments | |
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| Replace carpeting. | $3000.00 |
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| TOTAL: | $3,000.00 / $0.00 | ||
| Need | Cost (Initial/Recurring) | Supporting Departments | |
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| TOTAL: | $0.00 / $0.00 | ||
| Need | Cost (Initial/Recurring) | Supporting Departments | |
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| TOTAL: | $0.00 / $0.00 | ||
| Need | Cost (Initial/Recurring) | Supporting Departments | |
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| TOTAL: | $0.00 / $0.00 | ||
| Need | Cost (Initial/Recurring) | Supporting Departments | |
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| TOTAL: | $0.00 / $0.00 | ||
| Need | Cost (Initial/Recurring) | Supporting Departments | |
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| TOTAL: | $0.00 / $0.00 | ||
| Initiative Title | Department |
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| Refurbish Orange Hall 26. | Arts and Communication |
| Purchase new classroom student desks for HA 101, 103, 105, 107, 109 | English |
| Renovation of Harriman classrooms: 101,103, 105, 107, 109 | English |
| Update English Department classrooms with white boards, smart HDMI projectors, blu ray technology, and room-darkening shades | English |
| Date | Department Name | Status | Cost to Date | Funding Source | |
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| No results found. | |||||