Getting Started

As a registered student, you can log in to your live ODUGlobal courses with any standard web browser such as Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge.

You'll need a webcam and a headset (or speakers and microphone). We recommend using a headset to help you concentrate on class.

We want all students to have an opportunity to listen, learn, and participate in ODUGlobal classes. To make this happen, we ask our students to follow a few simple guidelines.

Student on a computer in their home

Web Conferencing Class Technology

Zoom is the main app used for our online synchronous (live) web conferencing classes. Adobe Connect is still in use for a select number of programs (education leadership, human services, engineering management and engineering technology).

Our live online web conferencing classes give you the ability to:

  • See and hear the instructor and other online students
  • Access class recordings and audio transcripts for review
  • Share your screen to make a presentation in class
  • Stream live classes on PC and Mac desktop computers and on mobile devices with a high-speed Internet connection

Your instructor will let you know which technology your class is using and where to log in. Please contact the department or your instructor for information regarding Adobe Connect.

Get Started in Zoom

ODU provides all students with the ability to have your own Zoom meeting room. To help with your education, you have access to features in the Zoom Pro License, such as:

  • No restrictions on how long a meeting can last
  • Sharing your whole screen or a single application for a presentation
  • Recording your meetings on your computer or in the cloud
  • Features like chat, annotation, white boards, and breakout rooms
  • Password protection and the ability to restrict your meetings to ODU Zoom users

Zoom is a great way to meet online with classmates for study sessions, group work, or tutoring. Your instructors may hold virtual office hours and advising appointments in Zoom, too.

Click here to login to Zoom, download the app, or learn more

Minimum requirements

  • Zoom is compatible with Windows and Apple desktop and laptop computers, plus iOS and Android mobile devices.
  • For desktop or laptop computers, we recommend downloading and installing the Zoom client app. You should also have the latest version of your web browser, such as Firefox, Chrome, or Safari.
  • After you download the app on your computer or mobile device, visit our Zoom Test Link to check your Zoom settings and set up your audio and video.

Making education more accessible

If you don’t have a high-speed internet connection or other needed equipment, we have education partners that offer various services to help you. See if there are any partners close to you. Services vary by location.

Rules of Engagement

Online Class Etiquette

Online learning is more than logging in—it’s about engagement and professionalism.

This video covers key etiquette tips to help you communicate, participate, and succeed in your virtual classroom.

Play Woman with headphones around her neck types on a laptop seated at a kitchen table.
  1. Don't talk on the phone or carry on conversations with people at your location while class is in session.
  2. Mute your mic when you are not speaking. If your mic is always on, it may pick up background noises which will distract other students or your professor.
  3. Dress appropriately, as if you were going to class in person.
  4. Try to sit where you have good lighting so that your classmates and professor can see you. Remember that they can also see the wall or room behind you. (Hint: You can test out webcam and audio equipment at any time before class by visiting our Web Conference Test Link.)
  5. Always connect to class on time (or early).
  6. Speak clearly, and pause occasionally to allow others to ask questions.
  7. Never attempt to drive and attend class at the same time.
Technical Support

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How-to: Web Conference Classes
Zoom Conference Test