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>Date: Thu, 19 Apr 2001 08:59:41 -0400
>From: John McVicker <[log in to unmask]>
>To: Language Learning and Technology International Information Forum    <[log in to unmask]>
>Subject: Re: #6064.3 Recommended width of lab stations (!)
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My 2 cents,

Appropriate width of lab workstations depends in part on whether or not 
you're hoping to be able to allow students to use books and paper as well 
as the computers. If you'd like that option, I'd consider 40 inches (about 
1 meter) the minimum width.

In addition to allowing students to use books and papers more easily, 
greater width makes the use of larger monitors more practical, and makes 
pair- and group-work more inviting.

Finally, getting fewer computers into your available space sometimes makes 
it easier to afford adequate and up-to-date software and to upgrade or 
replace hardware on a more regular basis.

John McVicker
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