Video Conferencing
Video Conferencing allows images and sound to be transmitted to one or more separate locations.
This means that a teacher is able to offer 'face to face' tuition to pupils across the Internet or a local network as both teacher and pupils are able to see and hear each other.
Requirements
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| Computer with a monitor | Web camera | Microphone | Speakers |
A software programme such as Windows NetMeeting or MSN messenger is also required
Benefits
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Pupils who are not able to attend school, e.g. school refusers or those who are sick, can remain in contact with a teacher and receive 'face to face' tuition.
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Video conferencing can be a useful motivational tool for pupils who are disaffected with traditional methods of learning.
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Pupils learn to become effective communicators.
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Pupils who are not able to attend school can form relationships with other pupils.
Drawbacks
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All participants need access to suitably equipped computers.
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At times when the Internet is busy, video and audio reception may become distorted.
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