1. Video Conferencing - An Emerging Technology
Erica Maddux
Professor Joni Flowers
EDU 214

2. Uses in the classroom Provides Networking Opportunities for Teachers
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Extends Learning Opportunities For Students
Provides a platform for isolated learners to engage with their teacher, the curriculum, and classmates
Students have another stage to practice social interactions
The gap is bridged with audio and video transmissions for distant learners.
Provides Networking Opportunities for Teachers
Teachers can have conferences without leaving their classes
Teachers can extend their classroom to online students
Teachers are more equipped to meeting with other educators in their field.
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3. Pros and Cons
Pros
Students have opportunities for social interaction and classroom integration.
Students and teachers have unlimited networking possibilities
Great use for communication at a convenience
Important meetings and conferences can be virtually attended punctually.
Cons
The Internet and/or telephone line, audio system such as speakers and microphone must be available for use of the equipment
Video Conferencing does not replace the tangible face-to-face interactions
Technical difficulties could be an obstacle
Pixilation, audio delays, and echoing

4. Video Conferencing https://www.youtube.com/watch?v= Q8-5vr-cSv0
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5. Conclusion
Video Conferencing is an emerging technology in the classroom that allows students and teachers to network around their immediate surrounding, attend meetings and conferences at a convenience, and experience and facilitate opportunities for feedback and social experiences.

6. Credits
Articles
Horton, Jennifer. “How Classroom Video Conferencing Works.” HowStuffWorks, HowStuffWorks, May 2008, people.howstuffworks.com/classroom-video-conferencing.htm.- Erica Maddux
Raths, David. “Collaborative Technologies: Three Ways Web Conferencing Is Transforming PD.” T.H.E. Journal, vol. 40, no. 6, 2013, pp. 21–24.- Erica Maddux
“Technology in the Classroom: Ways to Use Video Conferencing.” TeachHUB, Teachers Alliance, 2018, Erica Maddux
“Virtual Learning Network.” Web Conferencing in Education : Virtual Learning Network, Free Web Tools, Feb. 2012, vln.school.nz/blog/view/850610/web-conferencing-in-education.- Erica Maddux
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