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By Taylor Jackson Buchanan

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instructor at the front of the class At UCI, the technology was spread out are built to turn and connect which
can pull up any group’s learning pod into smaller learning modules to help provides quick group breakouts.
content at any time to ensure the keep the students more engaged and The rooms are also designed to conceal
students are working effectively and facilitate collaboration. technology in order to avoid distraction
offer assistance as needed. and provide a pleasing aesthetic.
The instructor also has the ability to As the great philosopher Mr. Spicoli
override the pod and present their own once said, “Mr. Hand. If I’m here and BUILDING DESIGN
content, or a different group’s content, you’re here, doesn’t that make it our The smart classroom technology was
to any pod in the room. time?” only part of the equation. The entire
building is designed with a focus
We are essentially tending towards a DIGITAL MATRIX on collaboration to promote active
decentralized learning environment In rooms with learning pods, a digital learning including:
where the instructor presides over matrix was used to allow every pod to • Power and WiFi provided Rosendin's Texas Division Office
numerous “mini-classrooms” and be routed to every other pod. throughout open spaces in the
is able to use technology as a force building.
multiplier in teaching. WIRELESS GATEWAY • Corridors and common areas Relocating to Pflugerville
Each pod also came with a wireless feature group tables, benches,
How do you create gateway to allow students to share and standing collaboration areas.

an active learning content wirelessly to their local • Seating and group areas in
outdoor spaces for students
displays.
environment (aka, a smart to work and enjoy southern ighty-four high-paying jobs-—with a minimum average March 20. As part of the agreement, the PCDC will offer a
wage of $75,000-—are on the horizon for Pflugerville.
$2,000 grant for each new primary job, up to $20,000 for
classroom)? CONTROL California’s perfect weather. ERosendin Electric, an electrical contract company, plans three years, according to the release.
By this point, I am sure you are all very In a smart classroom, each student to relocate regional facilities in Texas and California to a “The opportunity to work in conjunction with the PCDC
eager to learn how Rosendin helped has control of their pod through basic Conclusion 50,000-square-foot facility in the Springbrook Corporate has been an added bonus,” Colley said. “It is exciting when
to implement smart classrooms using keypads. The instructor is given a large As technology progresses at faster Center at 1033 New Meister Lane, Pflugerville, Amy a community demonstrates the welcoming attitude we
audiovisual technology. Let’s get into it. touch panel with override controls and and faster rates, the speed at which
the ability to route their content to the we learn will need to keep pace Madison, executive director of the Pflugerville Community continually experience from their staff.”
Typically, the technology in a classroom students or highlight specific students and become more effective. As an Development Corp., told Community Impact Newspaper on The deal is contingent on Rosendin relocating or hiring
March 21. The move is a $3 million capital investment for
54 employees in year one and creating 10 new jobs in
is concentrated at the presenter’s and share their content to the rest of industry, active learning is a significant Rosendin. years two through four. To be eligible for the PCDC’s full
location giving the teacher an active the class. opportunity for us that should not incentive-—which amounts to $60,000-—Rosendin must
role and the students a passive role as be ignored. Colleges and universities “Pflugerville was a natural fit for Rosendin; not only is it a retain the jobs created each year, in addition to the 54
listeners. WHITEBOARDS have a lot to gain by including active
Many rooms also have digital and learning as part of their offerings. With great location in proximity to Austin with ease of access to relocated or newly hired jobs.
standard whiteboards interspersed to major highways and two airports, but it also supports our
This works well in a lecture tuition fees at an all-time high, these goal of attracting the best and brightest,” Rosendin Director “We’re thrilled to retain Rosendin’s regional headquarters
environment, but not so great for active further promote collaboration. institutions will need to provide more of Texas Operations John Colley said in a March 21 release. and be the home to their relocation,” Madison said.
learning. value to justify the cost and attract
INTERIOR DESIGN new students in an economy where “With an average wage of $75,000, this represents real
From the video, you can see the desks alternative education is on the rise. The Pflugerville Community Development Corp., or PCDC, opportunities for people in Pflugerville.”
board of directors approved a 7-year deal with the company

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