TEC Dell Classroom Computer

Dell Classroom Computer (Dell OptiPlex 7490 All-In-One) 

360 Interactive Video

Video Shorts

Description/ Introduction

This Dell classroom (Microsoft Windows) desktop computer is permanently mounted to the TEC classroom podium. It includes a network (internet) connection, pop-up web camera, microphone, several USB-A ports, a touchscreen display, and audio and visual connections to the room’s ceiling-mounted (audio) speakers and (visual) projector.

Lock Combination

A combination code will be given to you by your division secretary or at your TEC classroom orientation.

Start Computer

A computer is located on the top of the podium. Facing the computer, you will notice a front-facing dimpled circle and a power button at the lower right of the display. Depress the button momentarily to initiate the startup sequence. No password is required to begin using the computer, and the internet connection is automatic.

Adjusting the Audio Volume

• Fine volume adjustment can be done on the computer or the keyboard by pressing F11  to decrease the volume or F12 to increase the volume.

• Course volume adjustment can be made using the volume knob located on the top of the podium button panel below the Projector on/ off buttons and to the left of the device source buttons.

Shut Down and Secure

• Turn Off Computer = Windows shuts down

• Turn Off = To turn off the room system, press and hold the “Off” button for 3 seconds.

• Close podium doors, scramble lock combination, and secure doors.

Leeward CC Hands-on Review/ Opinion

The classroom computer has a standard 101 keyboard and mouse along with a touchscreen interface. These stable and well-maintained computers include Microsoft Office PowerPoint. When presenting a slide deck, the touch screen allows for smooth slide advancement. In addition, the reliable network and AV connections make for an excellent experience for sharing online multimedia with an in-person audience. 

Active Learning Strategy

(Active Learning Strategy: Line-Up) Show an online video from our Leeward Library Video Collection to your class. Have prepared a series of critical thinking questions related to the video and generate slides (PowerPoint or Google Slide) with one question per slide. Project the slides for the room to read and prompt students to stand up and organize themselves along an invisible line according to their response to each slide’s question. For complex topics, students must use the room's four corners. Occasionally, as a student, I support their position with content from the video. Having students see and hear from their peers helps them refine their thoughts about critical thinking questions.

Teaching Example (Active Learning Strategy)

Introduction: Being a leader can be complex, in this activity called “Losing the Locker Room.” In week 18 of the NFL  regular season the New Orleans Saints have a generous lead and are set to win the game. Despite the lopsided score Saints Quarterback Jameis Winston ignores the “victory formation” called in by his head coach Dennis Allen and handed the ball to Jamaal Williams to score (one more).

Activity:

1. Screen these videos for the class.

• • Video: Was Jameis Winston in the wrong for not kneeling at end of Week 18 game?

  • Video: Saints score late TD against Falcons, issue with players going rogue? | NFL | SPEAK

2. Have students stand up and spread out within the room.

3. Launch Google Slides for students to see.

• • Google Slide Deck: Computer – Active Learning: Line-up Questions

  • Questions: Was this necessary? Was there a safety risk? Does this show disrespect to Dennis Allen? Is it important that players execute the playcalling of their coaches?

    • In between questions, ask students to share why or why not based on what they have seen in the videos.

Debrief: If we did not have the computer (internet, speakers, projector), the instructor may ask students to view the video at home and come prepared to discuss it. Students may sit in their seats while the instructor asks questions about the video. Students may not have watched the videos before class or may not feel like responding, so this makes it challenging to have a good teaching and learning experience.

Settings and Properties/ Accessories

Standard Software:

• Microsoft Windows

• Microsoft Office

• Google Chrome

• Firefox

• Elmo interactive toolbox

• DVD/super drive drivers

Standard Hardware:

• USB A (3 available on the back, 1 available on the back)

• USB C (1 on the right side)

• HDMI 

• 101 Key Keyboard

• Wired Mouse

• Touch Screen

• Web Camera (Pop up)

• Internal Microphone

• SD card reader

• Headphone/mic jack (side)

• Audio jack (back)

Tips and Resources

• TEC Escape Room learning game.

• For trouble with the classroom computer call the Leeward ITG Help Desk at 808-455-0271.

• Videos produced by EMC Video Production Unit playlist.