Beginner level · Module 3: Online Meetings and Public Speaking · Lesson 1 of 3
Online Meeting Etiquette
Take part in virtual meetings professionally.
In this lesson you will
- Prepare for and join online meetings
- Contribute effectively
Key concepts
preparationmutingcamera and backgroundchat and hand-raise
The lesson
Join on time, test audio first and have the agenda ready.
Mute when not speaking, use the camera when expected and possible, and keep the background tidy.
Use the raise-hand and chat features to contribute without interrupting, and keep contributions short.
Step by step
- Test your audio and video.
- Join a practice meeting.
- Contribute using chat and hand-raise.
- Reflect.
Practice activity
Take part in a practice online meeting.
Expected result: Professional participation.
Check your understanding
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Why mute when not speaking?
Show answer
To avoid background noise.
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How can you contribute without interrupting?
Show answer
Use raise-hand or chat.
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