Tips and Tricks for Teachers Educating on Zoom
Starting a Class
If it's your first time using Zoom, visit the Educating Guide: Getting Started on Zoom and complete the steps in advance of your class to get you set up. Schedule your class in the Zoom application for your desired date/time and copy the invitation details to send to your students. *Please note that students will not need to register for an account to join. Join your class a couple minutes early to
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ensure a proper connection then follow the below tips for a quality online learning experience.
Tips and Tricks for Virtual Lessons
For your first class, set aside some time to introduce your students to Zoom and ensure that they're able to connect their audio and video. Give an agenda or plan for each class by Screen Sharing a document or slide at the beginning of class. This gives students a clear idea of how the class will progress, what will be covered, and the activities they'll engage in. Discuss online etiquette and expectations of the students in your first virtual class and periodically revisit the topics. Utilize the Whiteboard or Annotate a shared document and let your students engage as well. When sharing a whiteboard, document,
