Zoom
Read to learn more about using Zoom for videoconferencing.
Getting Started
Activate Your Account
To activate your Zoom account, visit widener.zoom.us and log in using your Widener credentials. Once you have logged in, you have activated your account.
Update Settings
While logged into the Zoom website, you can update your Zoom profile (image, display name, pronouns), set up your personal Zoom room, and adjust meeting preferences.
Learn more about Zoom account settings.
Download the Desktop App
Download the Zoom Workplace Desktop app to your computer to be able to join and start meetings through Zoom. When logging in to Zoom through the desktop app, use the SSO option.
Meeting Features
Meeting Options
Learn about the Zoom control bar and view settings.
Security
Security considerations for hosting meetings in Zoom.
Teaching with Zoom
While teaching via Zoom, you may not be able to replicate every in-person experience although there are many ways to still engage your students, foster discussion, and have them demonstrate learning. Learn more about best practices and Zoom’s integration with Canvas from the Teaching and Learning with Technology (TLT) team.