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Reduced Learner Involvement Configurations (with Tables)
Classroom Style Seating (with Tables)
Setup
Start with the first row of tables approximately 6–8 feet from the trainer or facilitator.
Place chairs facing the front of the room with approximately 2 feet between each par-
ticipant. If the room permits, offset each table so each participant has a line of sight
between the two participants in front of him or her. Round or rectangular tables can
be used (Figure 5.1).

Maximum no. of participants
Twenty-four. This number can increase or decrease, depending on room size, shape, and
the setup of tables (see Variations).

FIGURE 5-1. Classroom style seating (with tables, using overhead projector) Variations: “V,”
fishbone, or chevron style seating (with tables).