A technology ―that brings people together from
multiple locations to share information in an
interactive environment with other users over
the Internet..‖
Record, edit, and download meetings for anytime
viewing
Record sessions with synchronized audio and make
them available for download on demand
Use virtual breakout rooms to focus discussions
Schedule, start, and join meetings right from your
Outlook Calendar
View user status or chat with users directly using
instant messaging
Protect sensitive information and manage
communication flows through native LDAP
Integrate multimedia materials into the
conferencing software
Record/reuse virtual classroom sessions
Search online library for specific content
Use virtual breakout rooms to focus discussions
Create/reuse virtual classroom layouts
Integrate with learning management systems (Bb)
Provide access to off-campus participants
Manage enrollment using LDAP and automated
mail notification
Meetings
Virtual office hours
Live instruction
Content development
Tutoring programs
Student collaboration
Student and staff orientation
Remote guest speakers
Virtual field trips
Clinical rounds
Professional development
Virtual Help Desk
University of Calgary
Uses Elluminate to facilitate problem-based learning in a blended learning environment. Web conferencing has helped create a ―transformational shift‖ from disseminating
information to creating learning environments that enable students to collaboratively construct their own knowledge.
Large classes benefit most. Web conferencing increases opportunities for students to engage in critical and reflective discourse with their peers and the course instructors— inside and outside of the classroom.
National University of Ireland Galway, School of Medicine
For the graduate diploma in Clinical Education, instructors meet with as many as 30 or as few as 3 learners several times in each 6-week module. They begin with mini-lectures to introduce topics and encourage discussion, and progress to having the learners set the agenda, present materials, and hold discussions.
―As learners get used to using the interface, it becomes more natural and interactive...we encourage them to talk to each other without us there.― (P. Cantillon, General Practice) ―..we now have a means of communicating in a very immediate way with learners scattered over Ireland and …anywhere in the world. They can engage with us and each other in a way that they couldn’t before, particularly as a larger group. The technology allows us to build deeper knowledge because I can deal with misconceptions now, show people other
potential sources of information, or provide examples.‖
University of West Florida
Offers an online Masters in Mathematical Science. "Traditional online teaching does not work well for upper level math courses and is not as good as face-to-face instruction," says Dr. Kuiyuan Li. "However, we still have to meet the needs of those high school teachers and [others] with full-time jobs who need to take graduate-level courses and do not live near our campus."
UWF solved the problem with synchronous ElluminateLive!virtual classrooms. A graduate assistant attends each lecture to handle technical issues and logistics, including saving and posting recordings. They also use Elluminate to demonstrate how to use software
packages, like MATLAB or SAS/STAT applications. The instruction is recorded, so students can replay the lectures as many times as needed.
University of Florida
The University of Florida College of Pharmacy uses Elluminate technology to deliver its part-time Online Master of Science in Pharmacy. Classes are taken one at a time, exclusively through live, interactive Web conferencing.
Web conferencing has led to greater participation in class. One student said, "I never spoke in class during my undergraduate program in a physical classroom. I'm just too shy. But an Elluminate classroom is a safe place to participate in class discussions because I feel secure in my own home. Now I participate in class all the time.‖
Bandwidth & compatibility
Time zone differences
Support issues
Attendee set-up can be cumbersome
Audio quality
Accessibility issues
Difficult to manage with groups larger than
5-6, depending on purpose of session
Elluminate
AdobeConnect
No. of Users 100 with named moderators Unlimited
No. of Webcams 6 visible in a single connection 16 visible in a single connection Content Creation PowerPoint import; centralized
storage, dynamic content creation and editing tools
PowerPoint, video files, pdfs stored in central library; add interactive elements with other Adobe tools
Rich Media
Support Live video via Webcam, multimedia playback, Web tour Integrated audio and video conferencing Collaboration Shared interactive whiteboard; breakout
rooms Shared whiteboard; breakout rooms,specialized pods for polls, file sharing Accessibility ADA friendly with closed captioning, larger
video area, JAWS-compatible JAWS-compatible Session
Recording Sessions can be recorded and played back. File transfers, Web tours, user notes are all included.
Sessions can be recorded and played back, including downloadable content
Playback Pause, forward, rewind, or navigate
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Once authenticated, you can
create a meeting on the
Before
Get the right equipment - A headset with a microphone is recommended. See
http://intra.westernu.edu/offices-it-purchasing-webcams
Allow 30 minutes to prepare for the meeting. - Download any applications needed Test your audio equipment to make sure they are working properly.
Position your Webcam –best on the monitor’s top rim, the top-left or the top-right Turn off your IM and email - to avoid distractions during the meeting.
Post a ―do not disturb‖ sign if needed – alert coworkers you will be unavailable. Position your computer monitor (and webcam) for comfort.
Prepare yourself mentally for the event – commit to participate.
During
Log in at least 15 minutes early and be ready to start the session on time. Orient yourself to the conference environment
Introduce yourself in the chat area – include geographic location and organization Be patient waiting for a response to your chat messages.
Signal the presenter and wait to be acknowledged when you want to say something. Use the appropriate command or type ―away‖ if you need to leave the room
Before
Familiarize yourself with the conferencing software
Let participants know well in advance of any minimum system requirements
Provide participants with URLs for any applications or plug ins they need to install Advise participants to conduct a system check preferably a day in advance
Think through the roles of the conference participants.
Prepare a presentation that goes over the conference specifics
Consider conducting a dry run of the presentation prior to the conference date. Upload all materials to the host computer prior to the conference date.
During
Dress in solid colors such as light blue and pale yellow; avoid stripes.
Log in at least 15 minutes early so participants can conduct a systems check
Try to welcome participants as they log in; have participants introduce themselves to each other Go over the conference specifics
Watch the use of gestures during the session Touch bases with participants frequently
