Getting Started with Wimba’s Live ClassroomJust a few things for facilitators to know…

Facilitators: Emily Renoe & Andre Malan, CTLT

Agenda

• Brief introduction to Wimba Classroom collaboration tool

• Tips for Success• Why use Live Classroom?• Uses for Live Classroom• Handson – uploading content

What is Live Classroom?• Wimba Live Classroom is virtual classroom software that combines state-of-the-art interactive technologies such as voice, application sharing, polling and whiteboarding. It enables facilitators to add greater interaction to their online delivery and to foster better communication with participants.

• Organizations can also use it for online meetings, briefing sessions, presentations, interviewing potential employees, conference sessions and professional development events.

Live Classroom Interface

From Wimba Classroom: Webhelp Presenter Guide

Content Frame

Presenter’s Console

Text Chat Frame

Participant Frame

Branding Frame

Audio and Links

Tip #1: Preparation

1. Run the setup wizard which will ensure your computer is set to run Wimba by checking for:

• Pop-up blockers • Supported browsers• Correct java version

2. Technical Support• 866-350-4978 (Canada/USA)

Tip #2: Equipment

For best experience: use a headset with a microphone. use a network or cable connection if possible.

Tip #3: Communicate

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Before the session: Using LC inside WebCT Vista: let them know where to find

the LC in your vista course Using LC outside WebCT Vista: Send an email with login

instructions and classroom url Remind participants to run the wizard at least an hour

before session start.

Tip #4: Sound Check

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• If yes, please select the button• If no, please select the button for assistance

Tip #5: Manage Interactions

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Individually: yes/no, hand raise, emoticons Globally: Use Actions to clear yes/no, hand

raise, emoticons.

Tip #5: Manage Interactions

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Individually: yes/no, hand raise, emoticons Globally: Use Actions to clear yes/no, hand

raise, emoticons.

Tip #5 cont’d…

Tip #5: Manage Interactions

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During the session: Welcome participants using

voice or video Use the Lock Talk feature for easier

communication. Establish some basic ground rules (how to

ask questions, etc) Keep it simple

Tip #5 cont’d…

Delivering content

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The presenter’s console: Web – show a web page on the fly eBoard whiteboard app that lets

you draw, type text, import slides or graphics

Share – share your computer screen

Import PPT content on the fly Archive your session Breakout Rooms – divide a large

class for collaborative activity

Why Use Live Classroom?

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• Integration with WebCT Vista• Screen sharing• Access anytime/anywhere• Instructor control of settings• Breakout rooms for private discussions• Archived audio can be exported as .mp3 and

distributed as podcast for mobile access

Uses for Live Classroom?

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• Answer student questions• Polling or surveys• Online lecture/presentation• Online office hours• Interviews• Guest presentation• Group collaborration• Other ideas?

Hot Tip: Do a dry run through

Practice with colleagues Before you start using Live Classroom,

familiarize yourself with all Wimba features.

Be prepared to be confused at first – there’s A LOT to manage!

Resource:

Webhelp from Wilma:

http://

webhelp.wimba.com/WC/

v5_2/Presenter_Guide/

Resource:

Webhelp from Wilma:

http://

webhelp.wimba.com/WC/

v5_2/Presenter_Guide/

Handson

• Exit Live Classroom• Login to Emily – Live Classroom vista section