Conferencing
Phone Calls
Click here for directions for how to make a phone call with Google Hangouts
Keep in mind that all calls through Google Hangouts will appear as an "Unknown" caller, which may mean that they will be less likely to answer the phone. But you can leave a message or you can send a message to your students telling them that your calls will appear as such on the caller ID.
You can also use your cell phone and block your phone number from appearing on their caller ID. To block your number from being displayed temporarily for a specific call:
Enter *67.
Enter the number you wish to call (including area code).
Tap Call. The words "Private," "Anonymous," or some other indicator will appear on the recipient's phone instead of your mobile number.
Live Video Conferencing & Conference Call Options
Google Meet
Google's Welcome to your first day of Google Hangouts Meet Resource Website
Updates to the Google Meet Platform on March 19, 2020
Google Meet offers both video and phone connection options
Click here for directions for how to make a phone call with Google Hangouts
Zoom
Getting Started with Zoom written directions from Zoom
Zoom Cheat Sheet from the Island Institute (PDF)
Click here to download the Zoom app or it will also prompt you to download it as soon as you launch a Zoom from your calendar.
Zoom offers video conferencing, but DOES NOT offer phone conferencing.
Not Real Time Video Conferencing Options
Flipgrid (Free)
Students can access via computer with just the code. If they have an iphone or android, they will need to download the app (free). They will need to login with their email but it does not have to be their school email, it can be a parents email as well.
Want to try it out? Click here to share any Flipgrid lesson ideas or questions that you have with your colleagues! Once you get to the page, click the + symbol to add your own response. They are SUPER easy to set up. I am happy to help anyone. Below are a few resources to help you get started as well.
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