Videoconferencing


 * Return to Orientation Institute SD**
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**__CLASS__ __INFORMATION__:**
To provide participants with: Participants will experience how live, interactive distance learning can be used as a tool to integrate and enhance the curriculum. Participants will be able to:
 * Class Name:** Videoconferencing
 * Class Coordinator:** Crystal Lindsay
 * Class Developer/Creator:** Dr. Lynn Hunter
 * Class Facilitator(s):** Dr. Lynn Hunter
 * Class Days/Dates:** Thursday Oct. 11
 * Class Time:** 9am - 4pm
 * Class Objective:**
 * 1) An understanding of the benefits of videoconferencing as an integral part of the classroom.
 * 2) Standards for a Distance Learning quality program
 * 3) A working knowledge of videoconferencing equipment
 * 4) Resources of available content and those providers
 * 5) The ability to combine other technologies into the videoconferencing curriculum.
 * 6) The ability to utilize videoconferencing technology to plan and design curriculum for core content standards and beyond.
 * Class Description:**
 * Practical Application:**
 * 1) Install videoconferencing equipment over a cable modem in their classrooms.
 * 2) Design and write a distance learning program utilizing videoconferencing as a tool.
 * 3) Prepare students for presentations over videoconferencing
 * 4) Implement and integrate videoconferencing with other technology.
 * Comments/Notes:**

__CLASS__ __OUTLINE__:
Introductions • Dr. Lynn Hunter • Elaine Shuck, Global Education Market Manager - Polycom, Inc. • Chris Bodnar, Polycom, Inc.**
 * 9:00 – 9:30

Basic Operations (All) • Turning on the unit • Making a call • How to mute/unmute microphone • Moving the camera/zoom • Adjusting the volume • How to test at your school • Disconnecting
 * 9:15 – 10:00

10:00 – 10:15 Virtual Field Trip Russ Colbert, Global Education Market Director

Break

10:25 – 11:30 Beyond the Basics (All) • Presets and adding peripherals, Picture in Picture, Address Book • Participants practice in all basic and advanced skills • Group discussion: Site coordination guidelines, scheduling guidelines, how the technology works.

11:30 – 11:45 Virtual Field Trip (TWICE)

11:30 – 12:00 Videoconferencing Resources (Elaine)

12:00 – 1:00 LUNCH

1:00 – 1:30 Incorporating Videoconferencing into your Curriculum • Setting learning objectives • Varying instruction to engage participants • Reducing distractions/classroom management • Encouraging participation/interaction • Modifying courses for VC delivery • The importance of Plan B

1:30 – 1:50 Virtual Field Trip (NYIT)

2:00 – 2:20 Class to Class Connection: NY Public School

2:20 - 3:00 Q&amp;A

3:10- 4:00 INET-New York City Schools**