Multimedia and computer equipment

In order to foster the integration of technologies in teaching and learning, the Resource Centre gives Faculty of Education students and professors access to a range of computers and multimedia equipment that reflects the resources available in Ontario schools.

Please note that only Faculty of Education professors are allowed to take certain pieces of equipment out of the Centre.

Portable Computer Labs

These 3 carts each contain up to 12 laptop computers. PDF reservation form (PDF, 257KB).

Laptop Computers

Laptop computers are available at the circulation desk as a 4-hour loan to Faculty of Education professors (and students for use in the Centre only). PDF reservation form (PDF, 257KB) 

LCD Projectors

LCD projectors are available at the circulation desk as a 4 hour loan to Faculty of Education professors and students (inside the Centre only). VGA cable to connect the projector to a computer is provided and various adapters are available on request. Instruction booklets and technical sheets are also available by request. Learn more about loans. PDF reservation form (PDF, 257KB) 

SMART Boards

SMART Board interactive white boards are installed in every classroom of Lamoureux Hall. Faculty of Education Professors can borrow cables and pens at the circulation desk. In addition, 3 portable SMART Boards are available for loan at the Resource Centre. Note that students may use them only within the Centre.

Digital Video Cameras

6 digital video cameras are available for loan at the circulation desk. These cameras are MiniDV (digital format) and can be easily connected to a computer via FireWire in order to transfer and edit the video. To copy video directly to VHS or DVD, the camera can be connected directly to one of our DVD/VHS Recording Stations.

Many camera accessories are available at the circulation desk:

  • Tripods
  • Microphones
  • Adapters
  • Lights/lamps

Digital Cameras

5 compact digital cameras are available for loan at the at the circulation desk. Each camera comes with a cable and memory card.

Many camera accessories are available at the circulation desk:

  • Tripods
  • Lights/Lamps
  • Memory cards
  • Adapters
  • Instruction booklets

Digital Voice Recorders

Digital voice recorders allow you to record interviews, lectures, presentations, multimedia projects, etc. These devices record in either MP3 or WMA format and are usually compatible with both Windows and Macintosh computers. The Centre also has analog mini cassette recorders. Please make sure to request the right recorder for you needs.

Other Equipment

  • Cables and adapters (AV and computer)
  • Headphones
  • Webcams
  • Microphones (tie-clip, USB, conference)
  • Portable stereo
  • Synthesizer
  • Speakers
  • Tripods for cameras
  • Graphing calculators and CBR
  • Extension cords

For more information:

Available software

A large variety of software is installed on the Centre's computers: office suites, graphic and web design suites, multimedia editing software, conceptual mapping software, educational software and many others.

The Ministry of Education of Ontario has developed a software purchase program for Ontario schools, and the licenses normally permit installation of the software within faculties of Education for exclusive use by the students and professors of those faculties. Much of this software is installed on Faculty computers, and so the Resource Centre's computers are strictly reserved for Faculty of Education professors and students.

Software is available either on DVD or as an online subscription. This is indicated at the bottom of the Software Details page under Technical Information > Format. Some DVDs are available for loan at the Resource Centre's circulation desk so that professors and students can install the software on their personal computers, depending on the particular license.