Tools Matrix for Collaboration Platforms
Which platform should I use?
| Are you… | ...Teaching class? …Recording a lesson? …Needing breakout rooms for smaller groups/discussions? | Zoom |
| Are you… | ...Meeting one-on-one or with a small (3-4) group? ...Just meeting to talk? ...Aren’t recording or sharing your screen? | Zoom Google Meet |
| Are you… | ...Teaching a lesson that doesn’t require discussion? ...Recording how-to’s or instructional videos? ...Needing unlimited recording time? ...Recording a class to use as a resource later on? | Panopto |
| Are you… | ...Teaching a large class that requires audience to take part in the class? ...Needing more technical control over a meeting? ...Giving a presentation to a large group? | Zoom |
Collaboration Platforms
The ITS Department licenses and provides support for these platforms for use in classes, meetings, and events.
NOTE: We recommend using these platforms on a desktop computer with a wired internet connection for the best results.
You may use these platforms on other devices (laptop, tablet, phone, and more.) on Wi-Fi, however internet speed will vary.
| Platform | Features | Captioning Features | Estimated Upload Times for a 50 minute Class |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Meet |
| Live captioning | 30 - 35 minutes |
| Panopto |
| Audio transcripts Editable captioning Upload caption files | 25 - 35 minutes |
| Zoom |
| Audio transcripts Editable captioning Live captioning Closed captioning by a participant | 30 - 35 minutes |