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* At this time, we recommend NOT sharing your webcam unless your instructor requests it. This is to conserve bandwidth so that meetings run smoothly. | * At this time, we recommend NOT sharing your webcam unless your instructor requests it. This is to conserve bandwidth so that meetings run smoothly. | ||
* If you share your webcam, your instructor will see it, but your fellow students will not. However, your webcam WILL be visible to all in the meeting recording. | * If you share your webcam, your instructor will see it, but your fellow students will not. However, your webcam WILL be visible to all in the meeting recording. | ||
Revision as of 18:46, 29 March 2020
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Sakai Meetings for Students
Meetings (also called BigBlueButton) is a web conferencing tool in Sakai that instructors may use to hold "live" class meetings online.
Quick Start for StudentsTo access a meeting on a computer (preferred): Student Instructions for Using Meetings in Sakai (PDF) |
What kind of device and browser do I need?
- Desktop/Laptop: Chrome or Firefox (latest versions)
- iPhone/iPad (iOS (12.2+): Safari
- Android (6.0+): Chrome
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.
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)
Note about webcams:
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- At this time, we recommend NOT sharing your webcam unless your instructor requests it. This is to conserve bandwidth so that meetings run smoothly.
- If you share your webcam, your instructor will see it, but your fellow students will not. However, your webcam WILL be visible to all in the meeting recording.
