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This list will help you make sure you have key elements ready to go before class even starts.

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  • Clean:  Follow posted signage about cleaning the classroom.  If your classroom includes cleaning spray, do not spray liquid directly onto the touchscreen control panel, spray onto cleaning cloth instead.
  • Log on to the classroom computer OR hook up your laptop, and log into it (laptop connection instructions here)
  • TurnOFF the Wifi connection on your laptop - the classroom USB cable connection gives you a wired network connection which is more stable than a Wifi connection. You can turn your wifi back on again after your class.
  • Turn ON the projector or wall display, if sharing visual content (instructions below)

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  • Watch out for cords, cables, and equipment, including the cameras in the room.  Though we’ve worked to secure cabling, please nonetheless watch for tripping hazards.

  • Please do not move this equipment.  If something is in your way, please contact us for help.

If you are teaching your class completely in-person, stop here-- you're done.  Otherwise continue with this:

  • Using a laptop?  Make sure to follow the laptop connection instructions here.

  • Acer secondary monitor: If you plan to use it, make sure you have it setup ← LINK TO EXTRA MONITOR

  • Log onto Zoom (or other video conferencing app).  You don’t need to start your meeting yet, just get the app up and running, and:

    • Latest version? Check that you are running the latest version of Zoom (Click your profile picture then click Check for Updates.)

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  • For urgent help (e.g. class is happening right now):contact the Help Desk.

  • If it’s important but not an emergency, and you can wait for a response within (normally) 24 hours,
    please email us
    canvas_help@whitman.edu or fill out oursmart classroom problem report.