Virtual/Hybrid/HyFlex Classroom Technology Setup

See a list of the upgraded classrooms with camera capabilities.

Watch

How to Operate the Classroom Podium and Hybrid Instruction Technology

Need to schedule an on-site demo of the Virtual/Hybrid Classrooms?

First watch the 3 videos above explaining the classroom setup so you have an understanding, then send an email to ims@sandiego.edu and a staff member will get back to you schedule a time.

What’s Available In Most Classrooms

Faculty will have access to Zoom and Panopto on all classroom podium computers where they can launch the software to access these upgrades. On the classroom computer desktop, you will see icons for Zoom/Panopto. Launch the software you want to use and login.

  • 2 HD cameras with optional pan, tilt, and zoom options
  • 2 microphones to capture the instructor and student voice
  • Touch screen monitor with pen tool on the side of the monitor
  • Document camera (that can also be used as a camera input)
  • Updated podium control panel to choose camera shots

Checklists for Hybrid Teaching and/or Recording Your Classes

  • Make sure your Canvas course is created before you begin.
  • Claim your Panopto account and verify you have Creator access. If you see a Create button, you are a Creator.
  • Make sure you have your Zoom session scheduled.
  • You must be using the classroom podium in order for the cameras and sound to capture your Zoom meeting.

Different Views of the Classroom

Instructor Camera: Shows Front of Class

You have 4 fixed camera presets for the Instructor Camera. If you don't want one of the preset camera views you can manually each preset with pan, tilt, and zoom on the control panel. (For example, a whiteboard on the side wall of a classroom.)

Classroom Camera: Shows View of Students

The Classroom Camera has an Overall Classroom View (Preset 1).

Instructor Camera Presets:

Preset 1: Podium
Preset 2: Extended View
Preset 3: Full Front View
Preset 4: Varies by Room

Additional Tips and Resources for Hybrid Learning

For questions related to the hybrid classroom experience, contact ims@sandiego.edu or use the help button on the classroom control panel.