Using Screen Sharing in Zoom

Screen sharing can help instructors:

• Demonstrate software or processes.
• Annotate and explain course materials.
• Walk through assignments or examples.
• Facilitate collaborative problem-solving.
• Share multimedia resources during class.

To create an effective screen-sharing experience:

• Share only the application or window students need to see whenever possible.
• Close unnecessary tabs, notifications, or personal files before class.
• Enable Share Sound when presenting videos or audio.
• Use annotation tools to emphasize important concepts.
• Pause periodically to check for questions and understanding.
• Practice sharing content before class to ensure everything displays correctly.

Screen sharing works well for:

• Demonstrating software or lab procedures.
• Reviewing assignment expectations.
• Working through sample problems.
• Analyzing images, charts, or documents together.
• Student presentations.
• Live document annotation and feedback.

Zoom also provides additional sharing features, including:

• Sharing a portion of your screen.
• Sharing a whiteboard for collaborative brainstorming.
• Sharing a video with optimized playback.
• Sharing computer audio without sharing your screen.
• Sharing from a second camera, such as a document camera or physical workspace.

Screen sharing is more than a presentation tool as it can support demonstration, collaboration, and active learning. By combining screen sharing with discussion, annotation, and opportunities for student interaction, instructors can create more engaging and interactive synchronous learning experiences.

• Zoom Sharing your screen or desktop on Zoom