Virtual Classroom (Zoom) Online Workshop

4. Preparation

Before you run a Zoom meeting, you will need to install the software. For step-by-step instructions, refer to the Installing Zoom guide.

Note: You may already have Zoom installed on your UQ computer.

Note: Students can access Zoom online through their Learn.UQ course, the smartphone app or a provided URL.

Tip: Try creating your own document camera. For step-by-step instructions, refer to the How to Make a Document Camera video (YouTube, 3m 50).

Moderate, rather than lecture
A high degree of interactivity is needed to keep participants engaged (i.e. reactions, in-meeting chat, polling and breakout rooms).
Interactions with the host, media and other participants
Provide opportunities for questions and input throughout
Use a range of media (excluded embedded video)

Have a structured PowerPoint and distribute this to participants beforehand.
Set up ‘question slides’ to allocate time for answering participant questions.
If possible, have a co-host monitor the chat if you have more than 30 participants (i.e. Tutors if available).
Record the meeting for those who may not be able to attend or encounter technical difficulties.
Have a “tech run” to give student time to check and sort out technical issues before the first “real” session.
Remember, you are not responsible for fixing student technical issues, instead recommend that students:
- Contact AskUS for technical assistance.
- Refer to the Zoom student guides.
- Have their own headset for audio clarity.
- Watch the recording if they encounter any technical difficulties.