{"id":111326,"date":"2026-09-01T13:50:37","date_gmt":"2026-09-01T17:50:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/brocku.ca\/brock-news\/?p=111326"},"modified":"2026-09-01T17:51:33","modified_gmt":"2026-09-01T21:51:33","slug":"classroom-technology-refresh-enhances-collaborative-learning-on-campus","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/brocku.ca\/brock-news\/2026\/09\/classroom-technology-refresh-enhances-collaborative-learning-on-campus\/","title":{"rendered":"Classroom technology refresh enhances collaborative learning on campus"},"content":{"rendered":"

When classes start next week, Brock faculty and students will benefit from upgraded audio-visual (AV) technology in classrooms across the University\u2019s main campus.<\/p>\n

The upgrades include new displays, projectors, microphones, speakers, touch panels and cameras. Refreshed rooms will also feature AirMedia, a wireless presentation technology. Compatible with Apple, Android and Microsoft systems, AirMedia is used to share content from laptops and mobile devices to room displays.<\/p>\n

\u201cLearning is at its best when inspiration can be shared the moment it happens. AirMedia enables instructors and students to present from wherever they are in the room so that ideas and insights can be brough into the conversation in the moment,\u201d says Matt Clare, Director of Technology Enabled Learning. \u201cBy supporting this kind of real-time interaction, we\u2019re increasing engagement.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Photo caption: Pictured in PLZ 409 are a few of the dedicated AV team members who contributed to the refresh project. From left are Audio-Visual and Electronics Technologist Milos Maslek, Audio-Visual Technician Gary Cigic, Audio-Visual and Electronics Technologist Can Kilic and Manager, Audio Visual Services Greg Beaudry.<\/p><\/div>\n

Refreshed spaces include rooms 212 and 164 in the 573 Glenridge Ave building;\u00a0Plaza Building rooms 308, 309, 310, 311, 408, 409, 410 and 411; Robert S. K. Welch Hall rooms 207, 208, 209 and 324; and Thistle Complex rooms 240, 241, 243, 244, 245, 246, 248 and 254. The Davis S. Howes Theatre and Sean O\u2019Sullivan Theatre will be upgraded in early September.<\/p>\n

Quick-reference guides will be available in each room to help users make the most of the new technology. A training session will also take place early this month with details available shortly on ExperienceBU<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The AV refresh project is part of the University\u2019s broader strategy to modernize learning spaces to respond to technology and learning needs of today and into the future. The Brock University Board of Trustees approved the $1 million in funding from Brock\u2019s capital budget in December 2025.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis significant investment reflects Brock’s commitment to creating modern, accessible learning spaces,\u201d says Vice-President, Administration and Services Scott Johnstone. \u201cThese improvements are fundamental to delivering flexible and consistent teaching environments while creating engaging learning experiences that help students connect, collaborate and succeed.\u201d<\/p>\n

While some changes are immediately visible, others happen behind the scenes. Updates to network infrastructure, cabling, control systems and power management are helping to improve reliability and performance.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis project was also designed with the future in mind,\u201d says Associate Vice-President, Information Technology Services Anthony Betts. \u201cThese updates create reliable learning spaces that can evolve alongside teaching practices, emerging technology and student needs.\u201d<\/p>\n

And, with environmental sustainability in mind, existing cabling will be repurposed where possible.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhether connecting to a laptop, using a wireless microphone or presenting, the goal of the initiative is a streamlined and quality experience for everyone who utilizes these refreshed spaces,\u201d says Manager, Audio Visual Services Greg Beaudry.<\/em><\/p>\n

Instructors can also look forward to new and refreshed computers in rooms across campus.<\/p>\n

Brock community members who need help from the AV team can:<\/p>\n