Google Meet Detailed Tutorial

This extension allows users to add emojis to their video image. Great non verbal communication system for muted members of a Google Meet. Click on the link embedded in the title above to access.

Emoji Reactions for Google Meet

Another Chrome Store extension that allows users to generate large emojis within a Google Meet. Great for muted viewers. Click on the title for direct access.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Should microphones be muted?

It would depend on the number of students you have in your Meet and what environment they are working. The basic rule of thumb is YES participants should mute their microphones unless they wish to speak. Moderators/teachers should be looking to set this rule early in the Meet.

Is Google Meet the same as Google Hangout?

No. It is a more advanced version of the Hangout with chat features and such embedded in the software.

Can my student(s) record my Meet?

From the G-Suite Learning Centre: Teachers can record when signed in to their G Suite account (such as Gmail). Students cannot record.

When you record a video meeting:

Recordings include the active speaker and anything that’s presented. Other windows or notifications are not included. Pinning a participant won’t affect who is shown in the recording.
Recordings are saved to the organizer’s Meet Recordings folder in My Drive. An email with the recording link is also sent to the meeting organizer and the person who started the recording. The link is also added to the Calendar event.
People outside of your organization, mobile app users, and people who dial in using a phone get notified when the recording starts or stops, but cannot control the recording.
If a participant turns on live captions during recording, the captions won't be recorded and don't appear when you play the recording.
As a best practice, it’s always good to inform other meeting participants before you start recording.

How can I enhance the Google Meet experience for my students?

There are several Chrome browser extensions that allow for emoticons to be used, to provide a grid view of up to 16 viewers, and other neat features. Go to the Google Chrome Store and search for Google Meet extensions for download.

What's new for Google meet this September 2020?

Some of the Meet changes we see now or will see soon (as of September 23, 2020):

Gallery View (up to 49 participants) - this month
Intelligent Quality Video - there now
Presenter Experience (full motion video) - there now
Background Blur and Replace - later this month
Hand raising - Q4
Moderator controls/features - later this month likely
Integration with Jamboard (software) - later this month
More Closed Caption languages - coming soon
Temporary Recordings - end of Sept when current recording feature ceases

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