Center for Online Learning
Wimba Classroom - Tutorials
These tutorials will help you get started, and keep you going.
Presenter/Instructor
Wimba Classroom Vendor-based Tutorials (new window) - Check out Wimba.com's wonderful set of tutorials. They come in all flavors and cover several topics.
Wimba Classroom Presenter Guide (.pdf) - Learn the ends and outs of presenting in a Classroom. From the interface to loading slides, this tutorial will go over all the basics.
Using Wimba Classroom with WebCT Vista (.pdf) - This short guide will show you how to add a Live Classroom to your WebCT Vista course. For instructions on using Wimba Classroom, refer to the aforementioned Presenter Guide.
Participant/Student
Wimba Classroom Participant Guide (.pdf) - This guide will show students what they can expect to see and how to participate.
Powerpoint Design Tips
If you are planning on using a Powerpoint presentation in your Live Classroom, these tips will help in designing it so that it works most effectively.
- Choose a solid color or a very simple design for the slide background
- Avoid using gradient fills or pictures as the background
- Keep the number of different colors to a minimum
- Reduce/avoid the number/size of any high-quality pictures you include
- Make sure to use high-contrast themes (black on white, white on black) to ease viewing