Using Classroom Technology

This page outlines things you might find helpful to know about classroom technology at UD, whether you're teaching face-to-face, online, or in a blended mode to students participating both in-person and remotely simultaneously.

What Technology is Available in My Classroom?

Standard Classroom Software

An Introduction to Classroom Technology

Using Classroom Tech Accessories

Presentation Considerations: Video, Sound and More

Getting Help
 

What Technology is Available in My Classroom?

Classroom technology capabilities | Google Sheet
 

Standard Classroom Software

The following software is installed on standard classroom computers:

An Introduction to Classroom Technology

Hybrid / Blended Classroom Overview | video (4 min.)

Pre-Flight Checklist: Preparing Your Room Before Class | Google Doc

Teaching in a Blended Classroom Environment: Hardware, Podiums and Zoom | video (18 min.)

• [CLIP] Podium Overview | video (4 min.)
• [CLIP] Logging on the Classroom PC | video (1 min.)
• Accessing Canvas | Knowledge Base Article
• Activating Zoom in Canvas | video (<1 min.)
• [CLIP] Zoom Microphone, Webcam and Video Settings | video (2 min.)
• [CLIP] Controlling a Zoom Class Participant List | video (2 min.)
• [CLIP] Sharing Screens from the Podium PC via Zoom | video (1 min.)
• [CLIP] Viewing a Chalkboard or Whiteboard through a Webcam | video (2 min.)
• [CLIP] Equipment in the Classroom | video (<1 min.)
• [CLIP] Using the Wacom Tablet with Zoom | video (2 min.)
• [CLIP] Using a Document Camera with Zoom | video (1 min.)
• [CLIP] Webcam Overview | video (<1 min.)
   

Using Classroom Tech Accessories

Webcam: Engaging remote participants with video and voice

• [CLIP] Webcam Overview | video (>1 min.)
• [CLIP] Viewing a Chalkboard or Whiteboard through a Webcam | video (2 min.)
• AVerMedia Live Streamer CAM 313 (PW313) Official Trailer | video (1 min.)

Annotation Tablet: Writing on the virtual whiteboard

• What can I do with a Wacom Tablet at UD? | video (2 min.)
• [CLIP] Using the Wacom Tablet with Zoom | video (2 min.)
• Introduction to the Wacom tablet | video (16 min.)
• Annotating in Zoom with a Wacom tablet | video (3 min.)
• How to Annotate Documents Digitally

Document Camera: Displaying hard-copy documents

• [CLIP] Using a Document Camera with Zoom | video (1 min.)
• Connect a Doc Camera to Zoom | video (3 min.)
   

Presentation Considerations: Video, Sound and More

• When you’re speaking, stay behind the podium for the best sound quality
• Turn off the "Mirror my video" setting in Zoom | video (1 min.)
• Make sure your webcam lens is uncovered (some cameras have a lens cover)
• Many classroom webcams can swivel - use this to provide a few in-person students to remote attendees!
• Choose readable colors for PowerPoint slide backgrounds and text - Simple Slide Tips
   

Getting Help

If you still have questions about using the technology available in your classroom, contact our IT Service Center or schedule a Classroom Technology Orientation appointment.