Video+conferencing

What is Video Conferencing? Video Conferencing makes use of a set of telecommunication technologies that allows two or more groups to hold two-way communication with video and audio.

Video Conferencing vs. Video Phone Video Conferencing is different from using a video phone in that it is intended to be used as a group in a conference rather than as a one-on-one communication tool.

How can we use Video Conferencing as Educators? Video Conferencing is not just for the business world. It can have many uses in an educational setting.
 * Allows students to participate in 2-way communication.
 * Bring in guests from all over the world (even remote locations).
 * Students are able to share and converse with other students from all over the world.
 * The teacher can expose the students to resources not available in their area.
 * Students can go on a 'Virtual Field Trip' using video conferencing. They can visit another part of the world, attend a zoo or take a trip to a museum.
 * The teacher can keep in contact with their class when away at a conference.
 * Collaborate with peers from across the country or around the world.
 * Students can interview professionals from other towns/cities (career day).
 * Visit foreign locations without leaving the classroom (more affordable)
 * Offer courses taught by educators in other locations

Tools needed for a Video Conference
 * Video Input (camera, webcam)
 * Video Output (monitor, television or projector)
 * Audio Input (microphone)
 * Audio Output (speakers)
 * Data Transfer (internet, LAN)

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CISCO Field Trip



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