1. If you plan on turning on your video- Clothing is not optional! Come to class dressed and groomed appropriately as though you were in a face-to-face course.
2. Mute your mic (lower-left corner of your screen) as soon as you sign on and whenever you are not speaking.
3. Mute your video (lower-left corner of your screen) if you are eating, talking with someone else in the room, or anything else that might be distracting to others.
4. Use a headset with an external mic for best hearing and speaking capabilities.
5. When you are speaking, let others know that you are finished by saying one of these sign-offs: “That’s all.” “I’m done.” “Thank you.” So that everyone knows you have finished your comments.
6. If you want to speak, physically raise your hand or use the “raise hand” feature that is available at the bottom center of your screen or simply say, "Pardon me" or "Excuse me."
7. You can ask questions and make comments silently if desired using the “Chat” feature (also on the bottom and center of your screen).
8. Remember to sign out or “leave the meeting” when the session is finished.