A web conference is a synchronous online gathering that includes content presentation, text chat, and sometimes audio/video components. Lotus Sametime (http://sametime.udayton.edu) provides faculty and staff with the ability to schedule and host synchronous online meetings for their courses or events free of charge. Support and training on the use of this tool is available through UDit.

Sametime Checklist When preparing to host a session using Sametime the instructor should be able to complete the following checklist in a practice session to ensure the class will run smoothly.

Quick Orientation When participants first enter a Sametime meeting the instructor should spend a few minutes getting everyone oriented with the tools.

FAQsSome Frequently asked Questions