Read our book "Equipment You May Find in Teaching and Learning Rooms"
This book introduces the most common pieces of equipment you’ll find in a teaching space. Use the contents page to navigate through the different sections.
The specific model or brand of equipment in your room may look slightly different, and you may have more or fewer items than those shown here. This guide is intended to provide a general overview.
4. Adjustable Teaching Lecterns
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A lectern in a lecture theatre is a stand or podium at the front of the room that holds the computer, microphone, and controls the presenter uses while delivering a lecture. Some teaching lectern's are fixed in height, but many rooms include adjustable lecterns to support comfort and accessibility.
How to Adjust the Lectern
If the desk is adjustable, you will find a small black button underneath the tabletop:
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Press upward to raise the lectern
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Press downward to lower it
Adjust the lectern to a height that is comfortable for you when teaching or presenting.
If the lectern is not working, please raise a support ticket to report it.
Tips
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Raise slowly – it can move quickly, so take care when adjusting.
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Expect noise – some make a noticeable sound while moving.
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Share respectfully – wipe down the surface if you’ve used it, and leave at a height others can easily adjust.
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Be aware of accessibility needs – colleagues or students may require it to be at a lower or higher setting, so avoid leaving it at an extreme height unless needed.
