Live Sessions

Each Thursday from 7:00-9:00 pm (Central), I will hold a virtual class in real time on Zoom. In it, I will demonstrate solution procedures, work through multiple examples and answer any questions you may have. You can join the session by clicking on the Zoom icon on the Live Session page in each module. If you have a scheduling conflict and cannot join us for the Live Session, you can watch a recording of the meeting. I will post the link to the recording in each module's Live Session page.

If you are new to Zoom, you may want to check out these tutorial videos (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. ahead of time.

Etiquette for Live Sessions

Arrive promptly, as you would in a traditional, bricks-and-mortar classroom. If you join the online meeting late, you can distract other students, annoy your instructor and miss valuable information. Strive to be on time.
Dress appropriately. Nobody wants to see you in your bathrobe or pajamas. Trust us.
Choose a good spot. Noisy environments and crowded places are likely to distract you and the others in the class.
Give the Live Session your full attention. Treat it like you would a face-to-face class. Take notes during the lecture, ask questions, and participate in all activities. Be disciplined and fully engaged. Avoid doing other work, playing games or visiting other sites during the Live Sessions.
If you have a question during the presentation or demo, please turn your settings to private and send a direct message to the instructor.
If possible, please refrain from eating during the Live Session.

Technical Considerations for Live Sessions

Make sure your device is plugged in and/or fully charged.
Make sure the camera focused on you is set up at a good angle. Weird angles can become distracting to others.
Shut down any irrelevant programs on your device so you (and others) are not distracted by them during the Live Session.
If possible, invest in a good quality, noise-cancelling headset.
Turn off or mute your microphone when you are not speaking. Otherwise, your mic will pick up background noise, which can make it difficult for others to hear what's happening in the Live Session.
If virtual meetings are new for you, you may want to check out Zoom's site for a series of helpful videos. (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.