Overview

The University of Malta has several learning spaces equipped with technology such as a projected whiteboard, document camera, Zoom, Lecture Capture (Panopto), AV control, etc. These spaces also support hybrid lectures and integrate with the UM Virtual Learning Environment (VLE).

This hands-on workshop is designed to help academics familiarise themselves with the technology and AV equipment available in the learning spaces. Participants will learn how to operate the desk console for both class-based and hybrid lectures, and will learn how to schedule a Zoom session in the VLE and assign it to a venue. The benefits of Lecture Capture (Panopto) will also be discussed.

The topics covered in this workshop include:

• overview of the technology available in learning spaces
• the benefits of Lecture Capture (Panopto) technology
• delivering hybrid lectures using Zoom
• using Panopto and Zoom within the UM VLE
• scheduling Zoom sessions in the UM VLE and assigning them to a venue
• operating the desk console.

Learning outcomes

By the end of the workshop, participants will

• identify and describe the various technologies available in UM learning spaces, including projected whiteboards, document cameras, Zoom, and AV control systems.
• learn about the benefits of Lecture Capture technology and how to use Panopto in the VLE.
• schedule Zoom sessions in the VLE and assign them to a venue.
• operate the desk console for both in-person and hybrid lectures.