PRESENTATION OUTLINE
VIDEOCONFERENCING
Rica Thea Ladaga • Pauline Grace Milante •
Lindsay Orsolino • Jackie Lou Pugay •
Salvia Dominique Ramos
DEVC 145 C-2L • 03 November 2015
At the end of the presentation, learners should be able to:
1. Define videoconferencing;
2. Elaborate on at least (1) potential of videoconferencing;
3. Elaborate on at least (1) limitation of videoconferencing;
4. Name at least one (1) videoconferencing software; and
5. Explain how videoconferencing is used in at least one (1) avenue.
What is videoconferencing?
It is a two-way interactive communication that allows people at different venues to meet using telephone or Internet technologies.
Types of Videoconferences
- Point-to-point - between two people in different locations
- Multi-point - among people in various sites, with more than one person per site
A video conference setup includes:
- computer or mobile devices
- camera
- microphone
- headset or speakers
- Internet access
- videoconferencing software
What are the benefits of videoconferencing?
As a learning tool
- connects teachers with students from remote areas and those who cannot afford to attend the traditional classroom setting
- enhances learning among students through innovative teaching strategies such as virtual tours and lectures from experts
As a learning tool
- improves the quality of learning since teachers are able to prepare better presentations and virtual activities for their learners
As a business tool
- allows businessmen to conduct multi-participant and multi-point meetings.
- provides another means for information dissemination since meetings, training sessions, and speeches can be recorded and streamed
As a business tool
- enhances the evolution of e-business since it is already used to make collaborative projects, close business deals, and write documents within and among different organizations
As a communication tool
- solves communication barriers such as time, distance, and travel costs by connecting people from different areas in real time
What does videoconferencing lack?
Can also be costly
- requires quality but expensive systems and equipment depending on the need of the video conference setup
- needs maintenance to reach maximum performance
Unstable connections
- depends on technology that is not flawless
- causes inefficiency in meetings and conferences when waiting for people to reconnect
Limited number of users
- limits meetings from having a number of participants in a video conference when using a free multi-point service instead of paying for an expensive system
Technical problems
- is prone to having poor quality of audio and video
- disrupts the communication among the people in a video conference
Lack of physical presence
- is not the appropriate means to communicate at all times since it may not be as productive as round-table meetings
- limits tasks that need physical interaction such as viewing and signing confidential documents personally
What are the examples of videoconferencing applications?
Skype - One of the most popular softwares for online video calls, it is free to be downloaded for desktop, smartphones, and tablets.
2003 - Skype was created.
2011 - Microsoft bought it.
2010 - Skype in the Classroom was created to help teachers connect with students around the world.
FaceTime - It is a free video chat application exclusive for Apple devices such as iPhone, iPod, and iPad.
Google Hangouts - The latest video chat application from Google, Hangouts is a free video conferencing software for Android and Apple devices.
WizIQ - It is an online virtual classroom which uses live video streams, online chat, and document sharing.
eLecta Live - It is an online teaching software and real-time online collaboration environment which offers live online classes and lectures, group sessions, and webinars.
Without videoconferencing, we might not have _____.
RareJob Philippines
- allows Japanese students to learn English through Filipino tutors
- 2007 - RareJob CEO Tomohisa Kato started it.
- conducts online sessions through Skype
RareJob Philippines
- also has its own website where students and teachers can open slots for their schedules
- provides modules and other materials that are available online
- Find sample session here: http://bit.ly/1OjrpZ4
Microsoft Virtual Academy
- "provides free, online training to help developers, IT and data professionals, and students learn the latest technology, build their skills, and advance their careers"
Microsoft Virtual Academy
- also teaches various courses for mobile and web developers, game developers, network, infrastructure and cloud engineers, database admins, architects and developers and other students interested in a career in technology
- facilitates lessons for free
TED Live
- is the video conference available to schools, homes and offices under Technology, Entertainment and Design (TED)
- shares information from different fields such as in science, business, global issues and others with large audiences
TED Live
- "through the live web stream, you are invited to watch the minute-by-minute excitement of the entire TED conference, including talks that are exclusively presented onsite and may not go online"
A. All About Videoconferencing
- What is videoconferencing?
- What do you need for a video conference? Give two (2) things.
- Give one (1) potential of videoconferencing.
- Elaborate your answer in A-3.
- Give one (1) limitation of videoconferencing.
- Elaborate your answer in A-5.
B. Examples and Experiences
- Name one (1) videoconferencing software mentioned in the slides.
- Give another videoconferencing software mentioned in the slides.
- Give one (1) avenue where videoconferencing is used.
- How is videoconferencing used in your answer in B-3?
This is the end, or is it?
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