Turn Your Camera On

Doing this helps create a more direct sense of engagement with other participants. Position your web camera properly and be sure it is in a stable position and focused at eye level, if possible.

Contribute to Class Discussion

Participation is an essential part of getting the most out of your education. It helps you develop ideas, prove your assertions, and learn better. 

Share your ideas and respond to other people’s comments. You can also ask specific, open-ended questions. 

Location

Set up a learning location that allows you to focus and engage while minimizing distractions.

An appropriate location may be in a classroom on campus or at a desk or table in a private or quiet room at home.

Mute Microphone When Not Talking

To help keep background noise to a minimum, make sure you mute your microphone when you are not speaking.

Be Mindful of Background Noise

When your microphone is not muted, avoid activities that could create additional noise, such as shuffling papers.

Limit Distractions

You can make it easier to focus on the meeting by turning off notifications, closing or minimizing running apps, and muting your smartphone. 

Also, you’ll retain the discussion better if you refrain from replying to emails or text messages during the meeting and wait to do other work until after the meeting ends.