Web Conferencing Tools
Web conferencing tools allow teachers and students to stay connected during this unprecedented time. From sharing a slideshow presentation to facilitating small group discussions, these learning technologies provide an alternative to physical classrooms. This blog post will provide a general overview of the various web conferencing tools (e.g., Zoom, Collaborate Ultra, Google Meet, Teams) and […]
Collaborate Ultra
Blackboard Collaborate Ultra is a browser-based web conferencing tool that teachers can use to schedule virtual meetings. Ideal for synchronous lectures and group presentations, Collaborate Ultra provides an accessible space for online teaching and learning. Given that it is browser-based, students are not reqiured to install a specific software and can join the meeting anywhere […]
Professionalism Online: one educator to another
Communication is a large part of what teachers do and it is important that we consider how we communicate, what we communicate and with whom. We are in uncharted territory to some extent but there are norms around digitally enabled professional communication from which we can draw. The tips below are from one educator to […]
