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Virtual Group Study Spaces

During the ongoing COVID pandemic, we are highlighting alternative "virtual" group study spaces.

These spaces may be synchronous and/or asynchronous in nature. Below are some possible options:

 

Synchronous spaces:

  • CANVAS Conference spaces (all students must be within the same class)
  • Zoom meetings
    • 1-on-1 meetings with no time limit
    • 40-minute limit for three or more people
    • Free host account required, no account or special software required for attendees
    • Request an account from the HUB (if desired)
  • Skype meeting
    • all attendees must have a Skype account
  • Google Meetups video conferencing
    • through your Google account; use the start a meeting option
  • Google Duo video calling
    • all must have a Google account; up to 12 attendees
  • Mobile device conference/calling apps:

 

Asynchronous spaces:


Orientation and Training Sessions:

  • tutorials are found above for each tool
  • request a live help session on any of these options

 

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