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FIGURE 5-4. Theater style seating (without tables, using overhead
projector)

Limits close trainer access to participants.
Eliminates eye-to-eye contact by participants.
Reduces networking and communication between learners.
No writing surfaces for participants.
Some visual aids (e.g., posters, flip charts, VCR/monitor) are ineffective.

Variations
Semicircular Style Seating (without Tables) (Figure 5-5)

This arrangement takes more space than theater style seating; however, it can give a slight
feeling of interaction because some participants see the faces of others. Rectangular or
round tables can be used.

FIGURE 5-5. Semicircular style seating (without tables, using overhead
projector).