Task: This article describes the technical requirements for using Canvas and Zoom.
Instructions:
Technical Requirements
It is important for all students to thoroughly review and make sure their computer meets the established set of minimum software and hardware requirements for online course tools.
Canvas (myCourses)
Canvas (myCourses) is the learning management platform where students have access to all their courses and course materials. It is important to review Canvas (myCourses) minimum computer specifications and support web-browsers prior to use. Learn more about the requirements at https://guides.instructure.com/m/67952/l/720329-what-are-the-browser-and-computer-requirements-for-canvas
Zoom
Zoom is a videoconferencing application you can use on your computer, phone, or tablet to communicate with others in your class or attend virtual lectures. There are four recommended steps to preparing for use of Zoom.
- Review Zoom system requirements information at https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362023-System-Requirements-for-PC-Mac-and-Linux
- Install the Zoom client for your device by visiting https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/207373866-Zoom-Installers
- Correctly log in to the Zoom client by following these steps https://td.usnh.edu/TDClient/60/Portal/KB/ArticleDet?ID=2433
- Complete a test meeting to check headsets, speakers, camera, and microphones are working properly by following https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/115002262083-Joining-a-Test-Meeting
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