Before the Session
- Choose the “best fit” technology for your needs and instructional goals.
- Prepare and distribute all relevant materials to your participants.
- Ensure remote participants can access and utilize the equipment.
Just Prior to the Session
- Dress in plain clothing.
- Have participants introduce themselves.
- Play some music.
During the Session
- Speak slowly and clearly in a strong voice.
- Build in interactions. Include remote sites in conversation and activities.
- Maintain eye contact both with the camera and with the local participants.
- Call on participants by name.
- Change presentation formats and activities several times.
- Assign a site spokesperson and rotate this responsibility.
- Read text responses aloud.
- Don’t just read your slides – encourage interaction!
After the Session
- Allow for an informal “warm down” period.
- Assess learning outcomes, participant satisfaction, instructor effectiveness, and the performance of the technology.