At first, I was apprehensive of this experience because I had no experience using a web cam during a video conference. I was afraid that I wouldn’t be able to access the web cam. It has been a long time since I have participated in any kind of distance learning, so I watched the suggested tutorial videos. The videos help to relieve my fears a bit.
I was pleasantly surprised to find out that the software was relatively easy to use. At first I could not find the button to turn on the web cam, but then there it was! All I had to do was turn it on. I believe that Dr. Borel was very proficient with all the technical tasks she had to do to make everyone able to participate. Even though she had to connect several individuals, she showed complete calmness and looked like she knew what she was doing—and she did. Dr. Borel was also patient answering our many questions, which is an invaluable asset for an educator.
Using the chat pod took a little getting used to because while Dr. Borel was talking, others were typing. I finally figured out what was happening and consulted the chat pod frequently to read the information given. Many of the questions the students asked were some that I had thought of, but did not ask. Dr. Borel’s answers were sufficient for me.
To quote Dr. Borel in the Information for Web Conferences information sheet, “Remember, this is another learning opportunity. We are all learners, learning is continuous, and learning is a journey!”
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