Assignment 3... episode 3

Finally , solutionsssssssssssssssss!

These are only suggested solutions to SOME of our described problems. We know that the constraints are always there... and not all the solutions may be applicable...

- Improve the seats: longer back rest for tired necks and backs. Sliding chairs with spring that make the chairs sliding back to under the table to create more space between the rows. Locking mechanism for users to set the preferences
- Decrease the number of rows, and the number of seats in each row (making each seat more accessible)
- Decrease the lecture size
- Try to direct the entrance to the front of the lecture
- Every sear will have a set of: power inlet , an earphone inlet to help students to concentrate, a microphone for students to answer or to ask questions.
- System that allows students to send their questions in real time to lecturer using mobiphone/laptop
- prevent noise from doors by using sliding doors
- bench tables format: with big surfaces
- Use multi-angle viewing screens
- Colors can also affect study mood --> use bright colors to stimulate the brains
- Simplify the media controls for lecturer (see the slides about the interface)
- Increase the temperature: 25-27: not too cold
- Classes should be pushed down to start at 10 am

These are more or less technical. Some of those solutions require more resources, which are limited. For ex: decrease the lecture size --> more lecture halls must be built and more staff required.
For cultural problems, it would depends on the people themselves, and it's hard to change. However, we would like recommend following solutions for them to practice:
- Lecturers should add humor to the lectures. The content of the lesson should relate to the real life problems and be practical.
- actively engage students by asking questions or by small class activities.
- Apply learning process theories with punishments and rewards: take attendance for lectures - about 10-15% of the final grade, give some tips and information which is not in the lecture notes. Lectures can also have small and fun prizes for those who answer questions ("a candy for an answer people! no matter right or wrong!"). Small in-class quizzes which is not counted toward the grades not only helps marking attendance but also facilitate students' knowledge. Students who come late are required to participate in class activities first.