Difference between revisions of "Meetings: Student User Features"
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Meetings (also called BigBlueButton) is a web conferencing tool in Sakai that instructors may use to hold "live" class meetings online with their students. | Meetings (also called BigBlueButton) is a web conferencing tool in Sakai that instructors may use to hold "live" class meetings online with their students. | ||
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* Check what ''equipment is required (devices and browsers)'' '''link to Amy's page''' | * Check what ''equipment is required (devices and browsers)'' '''link to Amy's page''' | ||
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* If you don’t have a microphone and need to say something, you can type in the Public Chat area. | * If you don’t have a microphone and need to say something, you can type in the Public Chat area. | ||
* You can also join by phone if needed. | * You can also join by phone if needed. | ||
| + | * '''Mobile device''' - Learn how to join a meeting in Sakai via mobile device:<br> | ||
| + | :<youtube width="400" height="225" alignment="right">_DeLe8XvbrI</youtube> | ||
| + | * [https://support.blindsidenetworks.com/hc/en-us/articles/360023206311-Join-the-audio Join audio] (with or without a microphone, plus troubleshooting tips) | ||
| + | How to join a meeting | ||
==How do I access my class meeting on Sakai?== | ==How do I access my class meeting on Sakai?== | ||
* '''Desktop/laptop''' - Read the step-by-step instructions on how to join a meeting via computer: | * '''Desktop/laptop''' - Read the step-by-step instructions on how to join a meeting via computer: | ||
Revision as of 14:08, 20 November 2020
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Meetings: Student (Participant) User Features
Meetings (also called BigBlueButton) is a web conferencing tool in Sakai that instructors may use to hold "live" class meetings online with their students.
What device and browser is recommended?
- Check what equipment is required (devices and browsers) link to Amy's page
Do I need a headset or webcam?
- You do not need a headset or webcam unless your instructor requests it.
- You need speakers so you can hear audio. (Make sure the volume is turned up.)
- If you don’t have a microphone and need to say something, you can type in the Public Chat area.
- You can also join by phone if needed.
- Mobile device - Learn how to join a meeting in Sakai via mobile device:
- Join audio (with or without a microphone, plus troubleshooting tips)
How to join a meeting
How do I access my class meeting on Sakai?
- Desktop/laptop - Read the step-by-step instructions on how to join a meeting via computer:
- Mobile device - View the video to learn how to join a meeting in Sakai via mobile device:
What can I do in a meeting?
After you've joined a meeting, you can view your instructor's presentation, type messages in the Public Chat, mute/unmute your microphone, and more.
For detailed info on what you can do, see page 3 of this handout:
Student Instructions for Using Meetings in Sakai (PDF)
You can also view this video to learn how to get around in a meeting:
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What if I lose connectivity in a meeting?
You may get disconnected from a session -- for example, if your bandwidth drops too low.
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Refresh your browser if you get disconnected (or if things don't seem to be working).
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If refreshing doesn't work...
- check your internet connection
- try logging in with a different browser or on a different device
Where can I find the recording after a meeting?
If your instructor records the meeting, here's where you'll find it:
- Click Meetings in your class Sakai site, and then click the Recordings tab.
- Note: Recordings do not appear immediately at the end of the meeting. It make be a few hours before it is available.
