Zoom for Educators
Zoom is the official video conferencing and live streaming video software at SLZUSD. See Zoom for K-12 Schools & Districts for access to training and resources.
Zoom Guides and Features
If this is your first time using Zoom, visit the Educating Guide: Getting Started on Zoom and complete these steps.
1. Log in to your District Google account.
2. Under Applications, click the Zoom logo.
If you have trouble with your account, create a HelpSTAR ticket for assistance.
Teaching Over Video - Delivery Tips and Tricks
- Pre-set your meeting to mute participant microphones upon entry. This helps avoid background noise and lets your students focus on your lesson.
- Look at the camera to create eye contact with your students. This helps to create a more personal connection while teaching over video.
- Take a second to check the chat or your student’s video (if on camera) to check in with your students and get feedback.
- Speak as if you’re face-to-face with the class while ensuring you’re at the appropriate distance from the microphone for the best audio experience.
- When delivering a presentation, sharing images, files, or video, give your students a moment to open or take in what you’ve shared.
- Embrace the pause. Take a moment after the end of your comments and allow students to engage before continuing.
Zoom offers the following tools for classroom engagement: 
Training and Resources
Use these resources to learn more about Zoom.
More Zoom Resources
Visit the Zoom Resources Center for helpful topics like:
Zoom Video Communications Technical Support
Not Able to Receive Email Messages from Zoom
My Audio is Not Working on iOS or Android
Find available technology training with the Technology Professional Development team.
Need additional help? Visit the Zoom Help Center.
