Classroom and Meeting Space Technology Changes

Information

Beginning in the Fall of 2025, Information Technology, with support from the Committee on Teaching and Classroom Practice (CoTCP) will remove the instructor computer from nearly half of all classrooms on campus as the first of two steps towards the complete removal of instructor computers by the fall of 2026. The removal of the computers will simplify how each space is used, allow instructors more flexibility in their desired teaching style, and hopefully reduce the number of classroom technology issues that would occur because of the instructor computer. In addition to the removal of the instructor computer, Apple TVs have been added to nearly every classroom on campus, allowing instructors and students an opportunity to wirelessly present from their devices, from anywhere in a room.

Support Resources

Group Orientations

A variety of training classes and drop-in sessions are available and posted in Campus Groups.

• Getting Oriented with the New Classroom Technology Setup - This hands-on session will help transition using your own College-issued laptop or iPad to teach. Whether you're on a Mac, Windows laptop, or iPad, we’ll guide you through the basics of connecting to the classroom system, sharing your screen, and managing your presentation setup with ease. 
• New Technology Classroom Drop-in Session: Experiment, Converse, Learn - Drop by this hands-on, open-format space for questions and conversation about ways technology in the classroom can be used for teaching. Test out and experiment with your laptop and iPad while at the same time learning from others.

Be sure to click Upcoming Events to see all available dates.

One-on-One Orientations

• Individual orientation options are available at any time during leading up to, and during, the semester in the classroom space of your choice. Request assistance online.
• You may also reach out to your department's Academic Technology and Consulting Liaison who can offer assistance or work with you on your best options for help.

Online Resources

Knowledge base articles and videos have been created to guide you through the process of connecting and disconnecting your device(s) in these classrooms for macOS, Windows, and for iPad. View the "Related Articles" section on this page for links to the most popular pages.

Emergency Help

Emergency help will continue to be available for these and any classrooms during class time. If you run into trouble, don't hesitate to call x3030 and press option 2 from any in-room phone or dial (207) 725-3030, option 2 from a cell phone. A technician will help troubleshoot over the phone and if the solution is more complex, a technician will be dispatched to your classroom.

Impacted Spaces

The following rooms will no longer have instructor computers.

Additional Help

If you have any questions or need other assistance, please contact the Bowdoin College Service Desk