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Launch your first online meeting with ZOOM

Delphine Sangotokun

At the end of this project, you will learn how to use the ZOOM platform to establish online meetings for personal or professional purposes.

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At the end of this project, you will learn how to use the ZOOM platform to establish online meetings for personal or professional purposes.

This Guided Project is an introduction to ZOOM and is designed for people who want access to an easy-to-use, free, and powerful tool to connect virtually but privately with people anywhere in the world.

ZOOM offers secure access to create, manage or join telephone or video meetings with as many participants as you wish. In addition, ZOOM offers extensive features to animate your meetings, personalize them or make them more interactive. It is also a simple and free platform, accessible by computer, tablet or telephone, which is used by thousands of users around the world.

After completing this project, you will be able to access the platform, select and modify the main features offered and create your own virtual meeting.

This course works best for learners who are based in the North America region. We’re currently working on providing the same experience in other regions.

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Launch your first online meeting with ZOOM
At the end of this project, you will learn how to use the ZOOM platform to establish online meetings for personal or professional purposes. This Guided Project is an introduction to ZOOM and is designed for people who want access to an easy-to-use, free, and powerful tool to connect virtually but privately with people anywhere in the world. ZOOM offers secure access to create, manage or join telephone or video meetings with as many participants as you wish. In addition, ZOOM offers extensive features to animate your meetings, personalize them or make them more interactive. It is also a simple and free platform, accessible by computer, tablet or telephone, which is used by thousands of users around the world. After completing this project, you will be able to access the platform, select and modify the main features offered and create your own virtual meeting.

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Know what's good
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Suitable for beginners who seek to learn the basics of using ZOOM for virtual meetings
Provides hands-on experience in creating and managing virtual meetings using ZOOM
Covers the core features and functionalities of the ZOOM platform
Designed to be accessible to learners with varying levels of technical proficiency
Assumes no prior knowledge of ZOOM or video conferencing
Exclusively focused on the features and functionalities of the ZOOM platform

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Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Launch your first online meeting with ZOOM with these activities:
Practice using ZOOM features
Build your proficiency in using ZOOM's various features to enhance your meetings.
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  • Explore the different features available in ZOOM.
  • Practice using these features in your own meetings.
  • Join a ZOOM meeting hosted by someone else and experiment with the features.
Attend a ZOOM webinar or conference
Expand your knowledge and connect with others in the field who are using ZOOM in their work.
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  • Find a ZOOM webinar or conference that interests you.
  • Register for the event.
  • Attend the event and participate in the discussions.
Use ZOOM to collaborate on a project
Enable you to apply your ZOOM skills to work effectively with others on a collaborative project.
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  • Identify a project that you can work on with others using ZOOM.
  • Create a team and invite members to join your project.
  • Use ZOOM to communicate, share files, and collaborate on your project.
  • Complete your project and share your results.
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Career center

Learners who complete Launch your first online meeting with ZOOM will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Project Manager
Understanding how to use video conferencing tools may be helpful for managing projects and communicating with team members.
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Salesforce Administrator
Understanding how to use video conferencing tools may be useful for managing and supporting Salesforce.
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Online Community Manager
Understanding how to use video conferencing tools is essential to roles that focus on building and managing online communities.
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Learning and Development Manager
Learning and development managers may use video conferencing tools to deliver training and support to employees.
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Corporate Trainer
Understanding how to use video conferencing tools is essential to roles that focus on delivering training and development programs to employees.
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Educational Technologist
Educational technologists may use video conferencing tools to deliver training and support to educators and students.
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Instructional Designer
Understanding how to use video conferencing tools is essential to roles that focus on developing and delivering online learning content.
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Web Conferencing Specialist
Understanding how to use video conferencing tools is essential to roles that focus on supporting the use of such tools within an organization.
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Online Course Creator
Creating engaging video content may be helpful for those looking to enter the online course creation field.
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Virtual Assistant
Virtual assistants may use video conferencing tools to communicate with clients and complete tasks.
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Freelance Consultant
Freelance consultants may use video conferencing tools to meet with clients and deliver services.
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Remote Worker
Those working from home may use video conferencing tools to connect with colleagues.
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Event Planner
Online meetings can play a key role in planning and executing events. Planners may learn how to manage and use videoconferencing tools for both attendees and speakers.
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Teacher
Educators may find video conferencing a useful tool within virtual classrooms and to meet with students outside the classroom environment.
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Technical Support Specialist
A strong foundation in using a videoconferencing platform, such as the one taught in this course, may be useful for supporting users setting up and troubleshooting their own video meetings.
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Reading list

We've selected six books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Launch your first online meeting with ZOOM.
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Linux Essentials (010-160)
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Comprehensive guide to Zoom that covers everything from the basics to advanced features, such as using Zoom for webinars, live streaming, and more.
Linux Essentials (010-160)
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Linux Essentials (010-160)
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Murtha War Fighter
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Comprehensive guide to using Zoom for both personal and professional purposes. It covers everything from setting up your account to hosting and participating in meetings.
Murtha War Fighter: Fighting for the Soul of America
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IPhone: The Missing Manual
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Comprehensive guide to using Zoom for both personal and professional purposes. It covers everything from setting up your account to hosting and participating in meetings.
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IPhone: The Missing Manual
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My Video Chat for Seniors
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This comprehensive guide to Zoom covers everything from the basics to advanced features, such as setting up virtual backgrounds, using breakout rooms, and recording meetings.
My Video Chat for Seniors
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My Video Chat for Seniors
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Digital Preservation in Libraries
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This short, beginner-friendly guide will give you a quick overview of everything you need to know to get started with Zoom, including how to create and join meetings, invite participants, share your screen, and more.
Digital Preservation in Libraries: Preparing for a...
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Ultimate Puppy Training for Kids
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This short, beginner-friendly guide will give you a quick overview of everything you need to know to get started with Zoom, including how to create and join meetings, invite participants, share your screen, and more.
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Suitable for beginners who seek to learn the basics of using ZOOM for virtual meetings
Provides hands-on experience in creating and managing virtual meetings using ZOOM
Covers the core features and functionalities of the ZOOM platform
Designed to be accessible to learners with varying levels of technical proficiency
Assumes no prior knowledge of ZOOM or video conferencing
Exclusively focused on the features and functionalities of the ZOOM platform
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