In support of Sustainable Development Goal 10 (Reduced Inequalities), the School of Deaf Education and Applied Studies (SDEAS) of De La Salle–College of Saint Benilde continued to promote an inclusive, accessible, and equitable learning environment for Deaf learners during Academic Year 2024–2025. Its classrooms and laboratories follow the principles of Deaf Space and Deaf Access, ensuring that educational facilities respond to the unique learning, communication, and accessibility needs of Deaf students.
These facilities are equipped with accessible learning resources and Deaf-appropriate emergency lighting systems to promote safety, accessibility, and meaningful participation. Through these initiatives, SDEAS demonstrates its commitment to reducing educational inequalities, eliminating barriers to learning, and fostering an inclusive academic environment where Deaf learners can fully participate and thrive.
The following classrooms and laboratories highlight the accessible facilities, learning resources, and Deaf Space features provided by SDEAS during Academic Year 2024–2025, demonstrating the College’s continued commitment to inclusive education and reducing inequalities.
SDEAS Accessible Learning Facilities and Deaf Space
The School of Deaf Education and Applied Studies has several laboratories and classrooms that utilize the concept of Deaf Space and are accessible for Deaf students and associates. There are 21 computer labs and 6 classrooms. The laboratories are equipped with the following facilities and resources:
- Adobe Creative Cloud software
- Microsoft Office 365
- 75-inch and 55-inch TV displays for presentations and demonstrations
- Chairs and tables
- Glassboards (glass whiteboards)
- OBSBOT cameras
- Biometric attendance systems (for faculty members only)
- Fluorescent ceiling lights
- Emergency lighting
- Fire safety equipment
- Air-conditioning units
Accessible SDEAS Learning Spaces and Facilities
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Computer Laboratory Facilities
PEN-MLC (D101) / LC (D503) Computer Lab are equipped with Microsoft Office 365 and Adobe Creative Cloud software for students and faculty. 20 iMac desktop computers for students and 1 iMac desktop computer for faculty. It has a 75-inch TV display, chairs and tables, a glassboard, an OBSBOT camera, a biometric attendance system for faculty members, fluorescent ceiling lights, emergency lighting, fire safety equipment, an air-conditioning unit.
Photo: PEN-MLC/LC Computer Lab
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PEN-MLC Mini and Large Studio Laboratories
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The PEN-MLC Mini Studio Lab (D101) and Large Studio Lab (D503) are equipped for video production, where students and faculty can work individually or in pairs to produce short videos related to their subject matter. These spaces also provide room for group activities, advocacy projects and Filipino Sign Language (FSL) video production.
The facilities and equipment of a background for video recording, personal mobile phones and DSLR cameras, tripods, a mini teleprompter, LED lighting, fluorescent ceiling lights, emergency lighting, fire safety equipment, and an air-conditioning unit.
Photo: PEN-MLC Mini and Large Studio Lab
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General Education Lecture Room Facilities and Equipment
The SDEAS B Classroom, B303 Classroom, D504 A Classroom and D504 B Classroom are equipped for lectures and presentations. Facilities include chairs and tables for faculty and students, 55 inch TV displays, OBSBOT cameras (where available), biometric attendance system for faculty members, fluorescent ceiling lights, air-conditioning units, and fire safety equipment.
Photo: SDEAS B, B303, D504 A and B Classroom
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