Zoom Tips & Etiquette

In addition to attending virtual class meetings, you may have to use Zoom for other aspects of academic life. Here are some tips to get comfortable.

Helpful Tips

2 days before a Zoom class meeting:

Download/install the Zoom app to your device
Review instructions here
Contact Emory Zoom support if you have questions

15 minutes before your Zoom class meeting:

Find a quiet space with reliable wi-fi
Open your Zoom link provided by your instructor
Test your headphones, microphone and camera to make sure the class can hear and see you (and vice versa)
It’s recommended to close any windows or applications not related to your class, especially if you will be asked to share your screen as part of class participation.
Also recommended to mute your mic until it’s your time to speak.
If you are not using video, upload a good profile pic of your face to your Zoom account.

Enjoy your class! Remember that mistakes can happen, and your instructor and classmates may take some time to find the best virtual class format. If you have further questions or need help: Emory Zoom Support

How do I work collaboratively on Zoom?

You may be asked to:

Meet with group members for projects and assignments
Work on homework with classmates
Record a presentation
Host a meeting for student club or organization

Scheduling your Zoom meeting:

Login into Emory Zoom Links to an external site. using your Emory ID & password
Watch the video tutorial Links to an external site.
Be mindful of selecting appropriate time zones and including correct email addresses of your invited participants.
You have an option to record the meeting Links to an external site.. This is usually recommended for attendees to play back at a later time.

Zoom Etiquette and Camera tips:

Use the same strategies as taking a good selfie. Light your face more brightly than the background.
Hold your head high in the frame
Keep your mic muted until your time to speak. Microphones pick up any type of background noise.
If you need to share your screen (video tutorial here Links to an external site.) make sure to close any windows not related to your group meeting. Avoid “screen shuffling” and any potentially embarrassing moments if possible.

Make your group time productive and have fun! Remember that mistakes can happen, and you and your classmates may take some time to find the best virtual meeting format. If you have further questions or need help: Emory Zoom Support

Also available: Zoom User Guide for Students
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Need Help?

Chat Live with Canvas Support (for Students) Links to an external site. or call 1-844-765-2516

Connect with Student Technology Support

Visit the Canvas Student Guide Links to an external site. | Visit the Zoom Guide Links to an external site.

If you have any questions related to academic accommodations in your course, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services—Atlanta: accessibility@emory.edu or Oxford: oas_oxford@emory.edu.