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==What is Sakai Meetings?==
 
 
Meetings (also called BigBlueButton) is a web conferencing tool in Sakai that instructors may use to hold "live" class meetings online.
 
Meetings (also called BigBlueButton) is a web conferencing tool in Sakai that instructors may use to hold "live" class meetings online.
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===Quick Start for Students===
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To access an online meeting using a computer (preferred method):
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To access on a mobile device:
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==What kind of device and browser do I need?==
 
==What kind of device and browser do I need?==

Revision as of 15:54, 29 March 2020

Meetings (also called BigBlueButton) is a web conferencing tool in Sakai that instructors may use to hold "live" class meetings online.

Quick Start for Students

To access an online meeting using a computer (preferred method): To access on a mobile device:

What kind of device and browser do I need?

A desktop or laptop computer is preferred, if you have it.

  • Use Chrome or Firefox as your browser
  • Edge and Internet Explorer are not supported

You can also join using a mobile device

  • Use Chrome browser on Android devices
  • Use Safari browser on iPhone/iPad

Do I need a headset or webcam?

  • You do not need a headset or webcam unless your instructor requests it.
  • It’s important that you have speakers so you can hear sound. (Make sure the volume is turned up so you can hear it.)
  • If you don’t have a working 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 - Follow these step-by-step instructions to find your class meeting in Sakai and to join it:

Mobile device - View this video on how to find and join a meeting in Sakai: (embed video)

What can I do in a meeting?

What if I lose connectivity in a meeting?

Where can I find the recording after a meeting?