Advantages of Vyew
There were many advantages to using the web conferencing tool, Vyew. The site allowed all of us, unknown to one another, a common ground. We openly discussed the project in real time and we were able to accomplish our brainstorming session without the usual misunderstandings that come with email. Ideas were recorded in the comment section, pages were uploaded to the room for easy explanation, and everyone was able to multi-task online when questions were brought up that required research outside of the conference room. By the end of our session we chose Collaborating with Google as our technology tutorial topic. A timeline was created along with the distribution of work and the facilitation of learning. Before the room was closed we had a clear outline of our group expectations, a Google Presentation set up for collaboration, an email sent out for additional clarification, as well as a future meeting date and time.
Technology Disadvantages
The use of every new technology tool has advantages along with disadvantages. Being my first time using Vyew, I was unsure of the way to maximize efficiency. The layout of pages was challenging to navigate and the comments added up quickly on one page making them scroll out of sight. The organization was also hard to keep track of since comments were arranged at random rather than by order of creation. These were minor obstacles that could be remedied through practice and consistent use overtime. Given the chance to meet again I would make a few changes to increase productivity. It would have been helpful to fill out a template before hand to stimulate discussion. I may also suggest the webcam option as long as I clean myself up for viewing. Overall, the advantages outweighed the disadvantages and I will be sure to try out Vyew in my school setting.
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