# Zoom at University

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# Zoom at University

- [What to expect](https://learningessentials.auckland.ac.nz/learning-at-university/what-to-expect/)
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- [Looking after your health and wellbeing](https://learningessentials.auckland.ac.nz/learning-at-university/health-and-wellbeing/)
- [Working in groups](https://learningessentials.auckland.ac.nz/learning-at-university/working-in-groups/)
- [Studying with Generative Artificial Intelligence](https://learningessentials.auckland.ac.nz/learning-at-university/studying-with-generative-artificial-intelligence/)
- [Understanding marking rubrics](https://learningessentials.auckland.ac.nz/learning-at-university/understanding-marking-rubrics/)
- [Understanding assessment tasks](https://learningessentials.auckland.ac.nz/learning-at-university/understanding-assessment-tasks/)
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- [Lectures and tutorials](https://learningessentials.auckland.ac.nz/learning-at-university/lectures-and-tutorials/)
- [Technology at University](https://learningessentials.auckland.ac.nz/learning-at-university/technology/)
  - [Software for students](https://learningessentials.auckland.ac.nz/learning-at-university/technology/software/)
  - [Communicating online](https://learningessentials.auckland.ac.nz/learning-at-university/technology/communicating-online/)
  - [Zoom at University](https://learningessentials.auckland.ac.nz/learning-at-university/technology/zoom/)
  - [Device use at University](https://learningessentials.auckland.ac.nz/learning-at-university/technology/device/)
  - [Canvas for students](https://learningessentials.auckland.ac.nz/learning-at-university/technology/canvas-for-students/)
  - [Grades in Canvas](https://learningessentials.auckland.ac.nz/learning-at-university/technology/grades-in-canvas/)
  - [Canvas baseline practices (CBP)](https://learningessentials.auckland.ac.nz/learning-at-university/technology/canvas-baseline-practices-cbp/)
  - [Student IT Hub](https://www.auckland.ac.nz/en/students/student-support/student-it-hub.html)
- [Harnessing your creativity](https://learningessentials.auckland.ac.nz/learning-at-university/harnessing-your-creativity/)
- [Campus maps](https://learningessentials.auckland.ac.nz/learning-at-university/campus-maps/)

University staff may at times use Zoom to connect with you.

## How to get the most out of Zoom

To get the most from [Zoom,](https://auckland.zoom.us/) you will need: 

- A fast, reliable internet connection.
- Access to a computer, smartphone or another mobile device.
- A quiet space.

We recommend that you: 

- Browse the [how-to guides](https://support.zoom.com/hc/en/article?id=zm_kb&sysparm_article=KB0060732) for joining a Zoom meeting.
- [Test](https://zoom.us/test) your connection

## Guidelines for Zoom lectures and meetings

When learning in an online environment it is important to keep connected in a meaningful and respectful way. The following suggestions will help you navigate Zoom lectures and meetings: 

- **Be on time –**Set up a few minutes early to make sure you can sign into the Zoom room on time.
- **Be prepared*–*** Have your materials ready and complete the required reading.
- **Be motivated** – Participate, listen, respond, share and support during sessions.
- **Set yourself up in an appropriate space** – If you can, set yourself up in an appropriate space so you can contribute to the session with minimal distractions.
- **Practice –** [Test](https://zoom.us/test) your Zoom connection - the more confident you are with technology, the better.
- **Keep in touch**: ask for support if you need it – fellow students, student reps and your lecturers can help.
- **Mute your mic and turn off your video –** If you need to multitask, mute your mic and turn off your video.
- **Respect the privacy of your learning community** - Do not record / screen grab during Zoom sessions or share others’ online work without permission.

*[Adapted with permission from School of Dance ‘Zoom protocols 2020’ April 2020]*

### Related topics

- [Communicating online](https://onlineresources.blogs.auckland.ac.nz/learning-at-university/technology/communicating-online/)

### Workshops

See all [available workshops](https://auckland.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/tetumuherenga).

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