What Kind of Course Is It?

There are a number of course types that use web conferencing technology.
To learn more about how your course will use it, check the relevant Summer or Extension School options in the DCE Course Catalog or your course website.

How to Prepare

All students should review the Web Conference Technology Guidelines, including student conduct and technical minimums before taking a course using web conferencing technology:

Use our tech check self-guide to find out if your computer and network meet our minimum requirements.

Important Things to Remember

Students are strictly prohibited from participating in an online live class in a moving vehicle.
Use a computer - We do not support participating in courses using web conferencing technology on mobile devices.
Live Web Conference course format requires use of a webcam during class.
Internet speed minimum 4 Mbps download and upload, use a wired internet connection (https://speedof.me to check).
Be prepared to use an audio device during class.
- We recommend Logitech H390 USB headset or a similar quality USB headset.
- DO NOT rely on internal computer mic and internal/external speakers.

Joining Class

This is dependent on the specific course type:

Online (Live) Web Conference Courses - Click "Zoom" on Canvas in the left-hand menu which opens a new page called Gather. In the Course Events tab you will find "Class", click the "Join" button to the right.
Online (Live or On Demand) Web Conference Courses - Live class will be under "Zoom"; Posted recordings will be in "Class Recordings" in the left-hand navigation.
Section Meetings - Your course staff will let you know the link location. Check Canvas "Zoom" page on the left-hand navigation.
Still can't find where to join? See Help information below to contact us.

Attend Student Success Training

Learn how to participate in your online class at DCE using Zoom. We will review most common tools, technical requirements, best practices, and student resources.

Instructors are not responsible for providing technical training or support. You must use a computer to fully participate in any virtual classroom environments including this training, and attending with a headset or earbuds is strongly recommended.

Register for your session with the links below. Registration closes 30 minutes before start time.