Web Conferencing
MCPHS has a few options for web conferencing tools available. This chart is to help compare the various tools and the capabilities with each one.
| Tool | Microsoft Teams | Zoom | Blackboard Collaborate Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Work groups, student groups, departments | External meetings or large internal meetings | Class meetings |
| Apps/Software | Mobile app Computer install Web browser | Mobile app Computer install Web browser | Web browser |
| Schedule | Via web or Outlook | Via web, app or Outlook | Via Blackboard course |
| Number of participants | 250 | 300 | 250+ Over 250 requires large session request |
| Meeting duration limit | 4 hours if recording 8 hours using Meet Now 24 hours scheduled | 24 hours | 4 hours |
| Outside participants | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Dial-in phone option | Yes | Yes | |
| Chat | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Screen sharing | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Hand raising | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Polls | Yes | Yes | |
| Students can schedule meetings | Yes | Yes | |
| Attendance reporting | Yes | ||
| Ability to record | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA compliant | Yes |