Zoom-Based Live Sessions (Synchronous e-Learning)
Zoom , , -, Zoom, . Form of online class Zoom brings the teacher and student together in real life although they are hundreds of kilometers apart. This method is indispensable for increasing the interaction and providing the immediate feedback, thus it considerably enhances the learning process versus the asynchronous methods.
Zoom-Based Live Sessions are unique because they allow people to meet not only face-to-face but also in real time, see each other's screens, and use tools like polls and breakout rooms to have the discussion and work together. This function allows teachers to present materials on the screen, and have the class involved in discussions, and also to work in smaller groups. To illustrate, a teacher can display a slide show and at the same time interact with students through Q&A.
In order to organize a Zoom-Enabled Live Session it is important to first check that you have a good internet connection, get comfortable with the layout of the Zoom application, and make the lesson plan beforehand. Put an agenda together, gather any materials you are going to need and think of the breakout rooms to be used for the group activities. In addition, make sure to test your video and audio settings prior to the session in order to eliminate technical issues.
Participating in the online live sessions through Zoom allows students to make the most out of it through their interaction and communication through the computer with their teachers and classmates in real-time and also the ability to join in real-time discussion. This structure begets a classroom simulation that, in turn, will be more facilitating to the students in grasping the subject matter as classroom wise. i.e. in such a case, students are allowed to ask questions during the lecture and they are answered straight away, making learning more effective.
Zoom-based live classes may have some problems such as technical issues, home distractions, and engagement issues. To fix these, first of all, make sure you have a stable network connection, set clear rules for the students on how to participate, and adopt various pedagogy such as interactive polls or group discussions to keep your students engaged. Besides, you can turn in your session recordings to students who might be having trouble connecting.