Learning Spaces & Classroom Technology

Learning Space Support covers all Feinberg spaces used for teaching and learning, as well as most conference and meeting spaces. This includes all AV equipment, as well as specialized medical technologies such as Butterflies, OtoSim, HeartSounds and iPads.

For urgent needs, please call 312-503-5722 or email FSMAVSUPPORT@northwestern.edu.

Active Learning Classroom (ALC)

Open flat-floor classroom space (McGaw 1250) with recessed "air" walls the accomodate various size groups and can be distinguished into four separate room
24 movable, eight-person tables for group work
Each room features a teaching station and audio station to allow for communication and collaboration across adjacent rooms
Seven digital displays per room (one per group, one for the instructor)
Digital displays support wireless connectivity, enabling students to easily share content via a unique URL using any web-enabled device
Mobile whiteboards
Ceiling and podium-mounted documented cameras
Video/audio conference capabilities

The ALC is the premier space for active learning. If it is booked and you need an additional space with mobile furniture, consider the following room: Grey Seminar Room, SQ 2200. While these rooms lack technological functionality, they can still accomodate some active learning as well as video conferencing.

Flexible Teaching Solutions

Mobile Teaching Cart

Designed to help facilitate remote teaching, the Mobile Teaching Cart helps you transform a lecture hall or seminar room into a teaching space. If you would like to use this adaptable technology, simply email us using the link below, and someone will contact you within 24 hours to assess your needs and finalize the arrangements.

Reserve the Cart

Remote Teaching Studio

The Remote Teaching Studio is an on-campus space that allows you to lecture in a synchronous (live) or asynchronous (recorded) capacity. The space is ready to go for your recording and streaming. To book the studio, email us using the link below, and someone will contact you within 24 hours to assess your needs and finalize the arrangements

Schedule the Studio

Lecture Halls, Auditoriums, Seminar & Conference Rooms

Please explore the Reserve a Space page for a complete list of rooms, capacity and a list of technology in spaces throughout Feinberg. For additional questions or to book a room contact the dean's office at fsmspacerequest@northwestern.edu or 312-503-1871.

Reserve a Space Consult with Ed Tech

Room Technologies

iPads

Feinberg has dedicated iPads in the ALC and the Anatomy Lab. Those groups of iPads stay in those spaces and are always available with the space. In addition, AWOME has another set of iPads that can be reserved and utilized in other learning spaces. It’s important to note that the flexible set of iPads tend to be older. They work and are fully functional, but they will be slower.

Butterflies

Butterflies are handheld ultrasound devices used in a variety of teaching and learning settings at Feinberg. Each device is paired with an iPad (and could also be paired with your iPhone). We also provide them with a portable stand for ease of use. You can use these in almost any room at the medical school. These devices are popular, so we strongly encourage you to reserve them early.

OtoSim

The OtoSim system is used to teach learners to give an ear exam. While you can use this technology in a variety of spaces, it works best in rooms such as 1-401 (McGaw). The OtoSim requires significant setup time and should be reserved at least one week in advance.

HeartSounds

Heartsounds is an app of heart sounds to teach students about various heart defects. While the technology can be used in a variety of locations, it’s best to only use this in rooms with the best sound quality. We strongly recommend using this in the ALC. This app is unique in how it works, so please reach out to the Ed Tech team to get the most out of your experience.

HoloLens

We have a set of 12 Microsoft HoloLens. While these devices are primarily used for anatomy, we are happy to incorporate them into your curriculum in other ways. Ideal spaces include the ALC, 1-401 and the VR Lab (in Sim). Use of the HoloLens requires considerable planning, testing and support. Make sure you work out a plan with the Ed Tech team to make your experience impactful.