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==What Is A Adobe Connect?==
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==What Is Adobe Connect?==
 
Adobe Connect is a product that allows you to attend and/or present online meetings. In an online Adobe Connect meeting, a presenter can show a document, write on a whiteboard, or demonstrate anything they like from their computer, while participants listen to the presenter's explanations. Participants can use a headset to talk during the meeting via the internet, type “chat” messages, download files, and participate in polls.   
 
Adobe Connect is a product that allows you to attend and/or present online meetings. In an online Adobe Connect meeting, a presenter can show a document, write on a whiteboard, or demonstrate anything they like from their computer, while participants listen to the presenter's explanations. Participants can use a headset to talk during the meeting via the internet, type “chat” messages, download files, and participate in polls.   
  
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* Student groups can present project results   
 
* Student groups can present project results   
  
====How Can I Learn More Adobe Connect?====
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====How Can I Learn More Adobe Connect 8?====
  
 
Learning to use Adobe Connect requires training, planning, and practice using the Adobe Connect features.  
 
Learning to use Adobe Connect requires training, planning, and practice using the Adobe Connect features.  
  
# Watch vRoom [http://www.elluminate.com/demo/recorded_demos_list.jsp demos]
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# View Adobe Connect [http://help.adobe.com/en_US/connect/8.0/using/WS0018977C-29C0-40a3-A2ED-F3D5DD3A4B4E.html How To Topics for Hosts and Presenters]
# Sign up for free [http://www.elluminate.com/support/training training]  
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# Watch free Adobe Connect [http://www.adobe.com/support/connect/gettingstarted/index.html Getting Started videos]  
::* Live online training – 3 part series for moderators; each session under one hour; registration required.
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# Watch free Adobe TV [http://tv.adobe.com/show/learn-adobe-connect-8 Adobe Connect videos]
::* Recorded online training at your own pace
 
::* View or download quick reference and user guides
 
  
 
====Getting Started====
 
====Getting Started====
  
# Register for a free [http://www.elluminate.com/vroom/ vRoom]
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# Register for a free 30-day [https://www.adobe.com/cfusion/adobeconnect/index.cfm?event=trial account]
#* A vRoom link is emailed to you after registration is processed.
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#* Download the product on your desktop
# Invite others to join your vRoom using the form provided at the bottom of your vRoom link
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#* Create a meeting link
#* Invite as many users as you like
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#* Email your meeting link to others
#* Only 2 others can be with you in a vRoom at the same time
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# Schedule a time to practice with 1-2 friends to become proficient with Adobe Connect features
# Schedule a time to practice with 1-2 friends to become proficient with Elluminate features
 
  
 
====Handouts====
 
====Handouts====
  
The following handouts were created by Durham Tech staff:
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The following handouts were created by Durham Tech staff for the Adobe Connect Pilot:
*[http://courses.durhamtech.edu/wiki/images/1/1c/Anatomy_of_a_vRoom.pdf Anatomy of a vRoom]
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*[http://courses.durhamtech.edu/wiki/images/3/33/VRoom_Cheat_Sheet.pdf vRoom Cheat Sheet]
 
*[http://courses.durhamtech.edu/wiki/images/3/33/VRoom_Cheat_Sheet.pdf vRoom Cheat Sheet]
  
Also, be sure to check out the excellent training resources provided by Elluminate (below).
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Also, be sure to check out the excellent training resources provided by Adobe (below).
  
====vRoom Resources====
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====Adobe Resources====
  
 
* [http://www.elluminate.com/ Elluminate]
 
* [http://www.elluminate.com/ Elluminate]
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Elluminate offers many free online webinars on various topics. Register and particpate in live webinars or check out the recorded version of webinars.
 
Elluminate offers many free online webinars on various topics. Register and particpate in live webinars or check out the recorded version of webinars.
 
* [http://elluminate.com/subscriptions/new-subscription.go Elluminate Newsletters]
 
* [http://elluminate.com/subscriptions/new-subscription.go Elluminate Newsletters]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
  
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<br>[http://agsci.psu.edu/it/how-to/topics/web/breeze Adobe Connect (Breeze) 'How-To's] (Penn State)
 
<br>[http://agsci.psu.edu/it/how-to/topics/web/breeze Adobe Connect (Breeze) 'How-To's] (Penn State)
 
<br>A list of web links to typical Instructor Adobe Connect Questions and Answers
 
<br>A list of web links to typical Instructor Adobe Connect Questions and Answers
 
===From Adobe web sites===
 
From Adobe Connect Help:
 
<br>[http://help.adobe.com/en_US/connect/8.0/using/WS4A4E45F6-9397-4e79-A8C7-8B631B795E6A.html Create Meetings]
 
<br>[http://help.adobe.com/en_US/connect/8.0/using/WS11d1def534ea1be08a52b610b38bfaa95-7f8c.html Edit Meeting Information]
 
<br>[http://help.adobe.com/en_US/connect/8.0/using/WS9F537C93-2050-44c6-A794-313567628885.html  Work with Pods]
 
<br>[http://help.adobe.com/en_US/connect/8.0/using/WS11d1def534ea1be08a52b610b38bfaa95-7f4c.html Share Web Pages (Web Links) to attendees]
 
<br>[http://help.adobe.com/en_US/connect/8.0/using/WS11d1def534ea1be08a52b610b38bfaa95-7f53.html Upload and Manage Files using the Files Pod]
 
 
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<br>[http://help.adobe.com/en_US/connect/8.0/using/WSEB56E5A2-7F40-4825-909D-42A6D18C2AFB.html Start a Meeting]
 
<br>[http://help.adobe.com/en_US/connect/8.0/using/WS1f8fbc3f2a6aefb91b35100712f01e8b158-8000.html#WS1f8fbc3f2a6aefb9-1fb05c5612e6c38f895-8000 Start Meeting Audio]
 
<br>[http://help.adobe.com/en_US/connect/8.0/using/WS1f8fbc3f2a6aefb9-2b0fcc5112f01e0192f-8000.html#WSB777D703-F4B2-45eb-BDE3-410909B91F17  Manage Meeting Audio]
 
 
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<br>[http://help.adobe.com/en_US/connect/8.0/using/WS0A9F9AB5-C032-457a-9350-16CBF56C4489.html  Share your (Adobe Connect Meeting) Screen]
 
<br>[http://help.adobe.com/en_US/connect/8.0/using/WSD05DAB5D-4260-489d-830D-CE2037C52452.html  Share a (PowerPoint) Presentation]
 
<br>[http://help.adobe.com/en_US/connect/8.0/using/WS11d1def534ea1be08a52b610b38bfaa95-7f60.html  Share a Document or PDF]
 
<br>[http://help.adobe.com/en_US/connect/8.0/using/WS11d1def534ea1be08a52b610b38bfaa95-7f5c.html Share a Whiteboard]
 
 
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<br>[http://help.adobe.com/en_US/connect/8.0/using/WS372813bbb4178f2417094f9e12b308681ed-8000.html Creating and Managing Breakout Rooms in Meetings]
 
<br>[http://help.adobe.com/en_US/connect/8.0/using/WSBDD43665-8F3B-4aa5-849A-027CAD12D460.html  Chat in Meetings]
 
<br>[http://help.adobe.com/en_US/connect/8.0/using/WSDAA93B94-7F29-4bd0-A5E2-81D3438BF346.html Polling Attendees]
 
<br>[http://help.adobe.com/en_US/connect/8.0/using/WS372813bbb4178f24-48b08fc31293eaa29b3-8000.html Questions and Answers in a Meeting]
 
<br>[http://help.adobe.com/en_US/connect/8.0/using/WSC5287B4E-AB04-4f75-AF2C-4C0DFB29753E.html Taking Notes in a Meeting]
 
<br>[http://help.adobe.com/en_US/connect/8.0/using/WS11d1def534ea1be08a52b610b38bfaa95-7f3f.html  View or Change an Attendee's Role]
 
<br>[http://help.adobe.com/en_US/connect/8.0/using/WSD39484FF-9688-4bde-9E70-D65BFFB57C99.html  Record a Meeting]
 
<br>[http://help.adobe.com/en_US/connect/8.0/using/WS5882CB8B-B667-4619-A13B-AF1854418059.html  Put a Meeting on Hold]
 
  
 
<br>[http://tv.adobe.com/show/learn-adobe-connect-8/ Learn Adobe Connect 8]
 
<br>[http://tv.adobe.com/show/learn-adobe-connect-8/ Learn Adobe Connect 8]

Revision as of 10:21, 23 May 2012

What Is Adobe Connect?

Adobe Connect is a product that allows you to attend and/or present online meetings. In an online Adobe Connect meeting, a presenter can show a document, write on a whiteboard, or demonstrate anything they like from their computer, while participants listen to the presenter's explanations. Participants can use a headset to talk during the meeting via the internet, type “chat” messages, download files, and participate in polls.

Practical Uses

  • Online instructors can use the application sharing feature to perform an online course orientation or view and discuss lessons, projects, web resources, or group assignments
  • Student groups can present project results

How Can I Learn More Adobe Connect 8?

Learning to use Adobe Connect requires training, planning, and practice using the Adobe Connect features.

  1. View Adobe Connect How To Topics for Hosts and Presenters
  2. Watch free Adobe Connect Getting Started videos
  3. Watch free Adobe TV Adobe Connect videos

Getting Started

  1. Register for a free 30-day account
    • Download the product on your desktop
    • Create a meeting link
    • Email your meeting link to others
  2. Schedule a time to practice with 1-2 friends to become proficient with Adobe Connect features

Handouts

The following handouts were created by Durham Tech staff for the Adobe Connect Pilot:

Also, be sure to check out the excellent training resources provided by Adobe (below).

Adobe Resources

Elluminate offers many free online webinars on various topics. Register and particpate in live webinars or check out the recorded version of webinars.


For Instructors

Visual Quick Start Guide pdf (for Hosts/Presenters)
Adobe Connect (Breeze) 'How-To's (Penn State)
A list of web links to typical Instructor Adobe Connect Questions and Answers


Learn Adobe Connect 8
Short videos for 'Getting Started' with Adobe Connect: How to create a meeting, share a screen, share a PowerPoint, share a video, and record a meeting.

Adobe Education Exchange
The Online Learning Resource Center for Higher Ed Teaching and Learning Resources, contains dozens of PDF's about using Adobe Connect as well as other Adobe products (you have to register once with your email address to access the materials)

For Students

Visual Quick Start Guide pdf (for Students/Participants)
Join a Meeting
Adjust or Mute Audio Volume
Chat in Meetings
Share your screen
Play Back a Recorded Meeting