Web Conference Pilot

I was very surprised about the Web Conference Pilot activity. Initially there were some problems and issues with the technology portion of the program that had to be worked out, especially since most of us in this conference were new to this.
Eventually we worked out these issues and started talking to each other. Several of the students had web cams, which allowed them to be seen on a screen and interact. Finally, after talking in discussion groups it is nice to put a face to a person. One of the web cams showed a student upside down, which was funny, yet she did great and hang in their. I guess some problems still need to be worked on.
All of the participants were able to communicate with each other with the help of microphones. Again, we needed to solve some echo, and other sound problems. Furthermore, all of us were able to type messages to each other and respond this way.
It was great! For the most part of this study I have felt like I am in this alone. Unlike regular classrooms, there is little interaction with other students or the professors. Using this conference today, I learned more from our professor and some of the other students then in the other classes. I was glad to hear we will continue with these conferences and meet again. Technology is great, I am always amazed to see what all can be done. This was a great experience.