
Instructors can control their own camera and microphone, as well as the microphone of participants (students). Zoom will ask students to connect their camera. Student microphones will be muted by default. See Zoom documentation for more information on managing host controls. You can also use the phone number included in the invitation to connect as an audio-only call. To connect your microphone, click the blue button that reads “Join with Computer Audio.” Your microphone will be muted by default. Click the blue button that reads “Join with Video” Once the call starts, Zoom should recognize your camera automatically. See Zoom video tutorial for detailed instructions. If any students connect before you, they will see a message that indicates that the meeting has not been started by the host yet. The host (instructor) must connect to the call first. If you do not see the Zoom links on your Canvas page, see above instructions to active the links. The zoom meeting will begin when the host (instructor) joins the call. To start a synchronous class with Zoom, click the “Instructor Zoom Course” link.


If you are sharing your screen, open all documents before the call starts.Īll Penn Law Canvas sites feature two links to facilitate online teaching. Call will not Start until you connect.Ĭlose non-essential applications on your computer, especially email client. No back-lighting: avoid sitting front of a windowĬonnect to the call 5-10 minutes before your class is scheduled to meet. Recommended connection speed for Zoom is at least 3MBps (download and upload). Internet speed is affected by other people and devices in your home. Moving physically closer to your home wireless internet router may increase connection speed.Ĭonduct your call in a quite environment. Email if you have concerns about your home equipment.Ĭonduct an internet speed test with. You will need a laptop or desktop computer with webcam and microphone and speakers. Zoom will download automatically, and run through a test of your camera and microphone

Step 1: (Prerequisites) Check your equipment and connection Step 1: (Prerequisites) Check your equipment and connection.Sign up for training on Zoom here Table of Contents: ITS Online » Room Tech & Conferencing » Remote Teaching with Zoom Remote Teaching with Zoom
