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.