Wimba Classroom (formerly HorizonLive) is a flexible, Web-based tool for conducting live online classes that can be archived and viewed at a later time. Content can include PowerPoint slides or any images, HTML-Based content, multimedia formats such as Flash, Shockwave, Real, and QuickTime, Adobe Acrobat PDF documents, and any other content that can be viewed in a Web browser. Presenters can prepare their content ahead of time or create new content "on-the-fly" using the eBoard tool.

The following links provide valuable information for faculty and staff about using Wimba Classroom at UGA.

Usage & Support Policies
View the policies for requesting Wimba Classroom access, scheduling class times, and requesting support

Creating Wimba Classrooms
a. View steps for creating Wimba Classrooms in eLearning Commons. (PDF file)
OR
b. Request open access Wimba Classrooms - contact Robert Ethier.

Teaching with Live Classroom QuickStart Guide
Learn the basics for leading a presentation in Wimba Classroom. (PDF File)

Help for Guest Presenters (Coming soon)
This guide includes steps and information for guest presenters, including what guest presenters need in order to use Wimba Classroom, things to do before the presentation, and things to do during the presentation. (PDF file)

Hosting a Guest Presenter (Coming soon)
If you are planning to invite guest presenters to meet with your class via Wimba Classroom, this document will help you help them. Be sure to share the Information for Guest Presenters (coming soon) with them as well. (PDF file)

Help Materials at Wimba
This area on the Wimba Classroom Web site includes tutorials and extensive manuals for Wimba Classroom.

Basic Info to Send to your Students (eLC only)
Before your class, send this information about Wimba Classroom to your students.

Stay Informed! Join the HorizonJive User's list
Just send an e-mail to Sherry Clouser to join the list. The traffic is fairly light and includes important announcements about Wimba Voice Tools and Wimba Classroom at UGA.