Northampton College
Immersive classroom will turbocharge learning
A state-of-the-art immersive classroom is set to revolutionise the way students learn at Northampton College – enabling external masterclasses from guest speakers and connecting to a network of more than 70 other colleges across the country. T e cutting-edge facility, known as the iLab, uses specialist audio
visual technology to provide a connected learning experience for students, paving the way for greater collaboration with industry experts and the integration of virtual reality into vocational lessons. Two spaces have been created, one at Booth Lane and one in
Daventry, enabling dual delivery and far greater collaboration across the Further Education sector. Jason Lancaster, Principal of Northampton College, said:
“Technology is changing the way every industry works and it’s vital that we, as a college, keep up with the pace of change to ensure our students are best placed to thrive in the working world. “The iLab is a commitment to embracing the benefits of
technology and harnessing it for the benefi t of our students and, ultimately, local employers. “T ere will be opportunities for external speakers to deliver
keynote sessions and lead masterclasses, while VR headsets can be incorporated into lessons, giving students access to pioneering technology that enhances their learning and prepares them for life in a real-world workplace setting.
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“It’s a hugely exciting development and a real statement of
intent. Additional space has already been earmarked for expansion of these spaces in the future.” T e Booth Lane iLab features a 242” LED ‘infi nity wall’ screen
plus a rear video wall participant gallery, two 85” interactive touchscreens and two auto-tracking cameras. The Daventry equivalent also features a total of four giant screens, two of which are touchscreen, plus auto-tracking cameras and a sophisticated audio system. The immersive classrooms were officially launched during
Colleges Week, with guests including Labour MP for Northampton North, Lucy Rigby. Using the government’s fi ve missions as a framework, the week
highlighted the fundamental role colleges have in building brighter futures for their students, their staff , and their local communities. Using the theme of Build an NHS Fit for the Future the launch
event saw healthcare students at Booth Lane and Daventry fi nd out more about how AI and VR are transforming healthcare education. T e session featured a keynote talk from Eric Bye of Erictron AI
on the future of AI in healthcare, while a paramedic gave a unique insight on the real-world applications of AI. Lucy Rigby said: “I am absolutely thrilled that we have this
incredible facility right here in Northampton. It gives students the best possible education to prepare for their future workplace. I will always back Northampton College to maximise opportunities for students and allow them to potentially learn at a faster pace in a truly immersive way.”
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