Today Steve, Susan and Erik got together and did some tests with various WebEx clients (Windows, Linux, OSX, iPad, iPhone). It seemed that the client functions varied based on platform. For example, the iPad was much better as a ‘participant’ as opposed to being a ‘presenter.’ Likewise, the Windows client appeared to have a few more functions than the Linux client.
Some ideas that came out of the exploration included:
- Using Webex as a method for including students who are unable to be ‘in class’ physically at certain times.
- Using Webex as an office hours tool (For example using the whiteboard to mark up a slide, review notes, etc)
- Using to provide students who are travelling a richer class participation experience
- Recording / posting method for automated class archives
We had some issues with network speed, functions and audio but found that the tool set that WebEx provides is pretty sophisticated
3 Responses to “Impact of Webex in mobile environments?”
Erik:
While I was setting up the Chambers Lab, I participated in a meeting via WebEx on my iPhone. I was able to hear, talk and see shared content on my phone. Nice option if a participant is in a mobile situation (like traveling, or stuck in traffic) and wants to participate in a WebEx conference.
Can you use Webex when you are abroad?
Is there an international call charge to use it?
Regarding archives, how well does the recording tool work, I am interested in leaving music files for students who travel abroad.
Many thanks,
Pat Dixon
The international charge for WebEx applies only if the person hosting the WebEx event initiates the phone call from the international site. Using the VoIP features you should not incur fees.
We have used the record feature for numerous meetings and such. Provided you are set up for quality audio during the WebEx, the recordings are great!