Can we use Netmeeting in our iTV rooms?

From what I understand, the TTU Network is not currently setup to permit video multicasting using programs like Netmeeting or Macromedia Breeze unless special arrangements are made with the TTU Network Operations Center. It is possible to set this up, but it takes some prior arrangement and coordination.

My main question for someone wanting to use Netmeeting in an iTV class is, "What you are wanting to do with Netmeeting that is not possible already with our iTV equipment?"

My recommendation for students involved in group projects and group presentations is to use instant messaging to dialog with your group members during class. When students do the actual group presentation in class, you should be able to use the document camera and computer there at your iTV site for your portion, and the Lubbock-based students can do the same. I would recommend remote-site students test this equipment functionality well in advance of the actual group presentation date.

For document collaboration, your group may want to setup a free Wiki to use collaboratively at jot.com:

http://www.jot.com/

I did this in the Spring for my EdLaw iTV class and it worked very well:

http://edlaw.jot.com