Videoconference-Etiquette

Videoconference Etiquette Tips
1. Do begin by introducing each site using a site sign. One person should be selected to talk. Ex) Hi, this is _ from _ __School in the Hempfield School District. We have__ ___ participants today for this videoconference. 2. Do talk normally and pause before you speak to allow for the audio delay. Use your name before you speak. 3. Do speak slower than normal. Listen for verbal cues. Vary the tone of how you talk so that you do not speak in a monotone. 4. Do respect others by keeping questions and comments short. This allows more people to participate in the conference. 5. Do focus on the camera not other people in the room. Maintain eye contact with the far end site. Talk to the far end site as though they are across the table from you. 6. Do wear neutral or muted colors such as medium blues or pastels. These colors are easier for the camera to focus and transmit. 7. Do keep your body still. If you need to move try to move and gesture in a fluid, natural way. 8. Do create and use tent name signs during the videoconference. 9. Do remember that you are on camera at all times!
 * Do’s**

1. Don’t have side conversations. The microphones are very sensitive and will pick up any sounds. 2. Don’t tap on the table near the microphones. 3. Don’t talk when someone else is talking. Two people cannot speak at the same time. 4. Don’t wear very intense colors – reds, plaids, checks, narrow stripes. Avoid white also. 5. Don’t wear noisy or large, bright shiny jewelry. 6. Don’t rock, sway or bounce your leg or foot. Avoid touching your face during the videoconference. 7. Don’t make inappropriate gestures or faces. 8. Don’t do anything during a videoconference you wouldn’t want others to see or hear, never assume that the microphone is off or the camera is not on you. 9. Don't leave the room unless absolutely necessary.
 * Don’ts**