Have you tried Conferences in Canvas yet? New audio updates make it even easier to use than before…here’s the latest.
When joining a conference, users are asked to select a conference audio: via microphone or a listen-only mode. Microphone users must grant access to their browser and will be prompted for permission. Users should test their microphone to ensure it is working before the conference starts.
* Firefox and Chrome have improved audio within the conference via Web Real-Time Communications (WebRTC) technology support.
* Internet Explorer and Safari continue to participate with existing Flash-based audio.
Conference Recordings
Moderators have improved functionality and control for recording conferences. After joining the conference and setting up their microphone, moderators receive a reminder notifying them that they can record the meeting, but they must click the recording button to start the recording. Moderators can control the length of the recording, and will be prompted to confirm their actions.
Lock Viewers
Moderators can lock down specific features so they are not available during a conference such as locking private chat to prevent students from collaborating during a test. Available options are located in the User Settings menu.
Other Enhancements
- The chat text window supports HTML and XML characters.
- The Text tool accepts the enter/return key.
- When uploading a presentation, the upload dialog window displays UTF-8 filenames (such as Chinese characters).
- Moderators can raise their hand in the conference with other participants. Located next to the User Settings button, this feature is good for group discussions where everyone may have access to the conference as a moderator.
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