The online web conference was very interesting and helpful. I have used Skype but have not had the experience of viewing the information while the discussion takes place on the same screen. I enjoyed matching faces with names, and the side-bar conversations in the Chat area. I don’t quite understand the benefit of using the Chat area to repeat what was just said verbally. I know other participants can back track to follow the conversation, in case important information was missed. I feel it was more beneficial to see questions posted, and discussed by others, and verbally answered by the presenter.
Through the process I learned how to set up my microphone and camera. I feel comfortable with using Adobe Acrobat, but would like to experiment further with setting up my own meetings. That will come when I have a moment to spare.
This experience reinforces the idea educators do not have to be experts with technology tools, just be willing to step outside their comfort zone and experiment. It is actually quite liberating.
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