Meeting Use to Replicate a Webinar
Purpose
This article outlines the process of configuring and managing a Zoom Meeting to replicate Webinar functionality.
Schedule a Zoom Meeting
A Zoom Meeting can be scheduled with the following settings.
Video
Host: On
Participant: Off
Meeting Options
Mute participants upon entry: Yes
During the meeting
When the meeting is ongoing, the host can make changes to the following settings.
Audio
Allow participants to unmute themselves: No
Mute all
Play enter / exit chime: No
Participants
Participants can chat with: Host only
Allow participants to rename themselves: No
Chat
The Zoom Chat function can be used for short questions or participants can enter their “Zoom Name” to identify that they have a question. The Host will then unmute their microphone for the duration of that specific question and answer. Email or google doc sessions may also be used for Q&A.
- Participants can start their video. Assign a co-host(s) during the meeting to help manage participants and chat.
Resources for assistance or followup questions and concerns.
Contact UNC Asheville's Information Technology IT Service Desk for assistance in implementing the above described services and support. Email: itservicedesk@unca.edu or by calling 828.251.6445
Contact UNC Asheville's Center for Teaching and Learning unit for pedagogy and teaching strategies regarding this knowledge base article. Email: ins_tech@unca.edu. or by calling 828.251.6540
Use the Zoom Video Communication system knowledge base for Zoom meeting specific support questions or concerns. www.zoom.us/support