Description #
Google Meet is a tool for organizing virtual meetings in a very simple way. These meetings have meeting codes, unique passwords that are created for each video call. This is a secure method, as only users with the code will have access to meetings. Anyone with a Google account can create an online meeting with up to 100 participants and 60 minutes per session.
How to get it #
Why recommended #
Pros #
– High-quality video, screen sharing
– Real-time document sharing, integration
– Meeting recording, accessibility
– Breakout rooms, polling, integrations
– Closed captioning, translation support
– Strong security, waiting rooms
– Free basic plan
Cons #
– Limited free meeting duration, security
– Collaboration tools less robust, learning curve
– Limited storage for free accounts
– Lacks built-in LMS, limited educational integrations
– Some features may require setup
– Privacy concerns, past vulnerabilities
– Limited meeting duration in free plan
Application to the VET Area #
Training
Work-based training
Tutoring and accompaniment
Support for business creation
Level #
Explorer
How to use this tool #
In the field of training, Google Meet stands out for being an easy-to-use platform. Leveraging its user-friendly interface, trainers can seamlessly share slides and multimedia during sessions. Sessions can be recorded. Collaborative brainstorming is facilitated through Google Jamboard. It is possible to set up surveys and quizzes to encourage active participation, use and understanding of the training contents.
As part of mentorship and work-based training, remote mentorship sessions can be conducted with a certain degree of customization. The platform’s interactive features, such as Google Jamboard, and virtual breakout rooms facilitate collaboration, a problem-solving training approach and the sharing of resources. Recording functionality promotes learning flexibility. Video sharing and a high-quality screen allow you to enjoy high-definition content.
Google Meet can also be used effectively for mentorship and coaching sessions aimed at work inclusion and job placement. Interactive features, such as polls and Q&A sessions, allow for timely interaction and exploitation of feedback. The closed captions and the linguistic translation favour the use of the contents and accessibility.
In the field of supporting self-entrepreneurship and business creation, video sharing and high-quality screen allow you to enjoy high-definition content. Integration with Google Docs and Calendar makes collaboration and planning easier. Breakout rooms and interactive elements (for example, surveys) are particularly useful for supporting the ideation and introduction phases of innovation.
Training #
– Allows sharing of multimedia content
– Enable real-time collaboration, through survey and quiz features
– Enable interaction via virtual breakout rooms
– Allows, through the Google Calendar functionality, the planning and sharing of tasks
Work-based training #
– Enable, through the recording functions, on-demand access to educational content
– Allows real-time interaction, via the Q&A functionality
– Allows the collection and analysis of feedback through chat and surveys
– Enables, through the Jamboard function and breakout rooms, interaction and problem-solving approach
Tutoring and support for job placement #
– Allows mentorship and coaching sessions, one-to-one or in groups
– Enable interaction and exploitation of feedback in real time, through surveys and the Q&A functionality
– Allows you to improve the use of content and accessibility, through closed captions and translation support
– Enables, through the Jamboard function and breakout rooms, interaction and problem-solving approach
Support for self-entrepreneurship and business creation #
– Enables brainstorming via the Google Jamboard feature
– Enables the use of high-definition content, via the high-quality screen
– Allows interaction and collaboration through the features of Google Slides, Google Forms and Google Docs
– Enable, via the Google Calendar functionality, the planning and sharing of tasks and presentations (e.g., virtual pitches, networking events etc.)
Practical Resources #
How to Teach Online with Google Meet – A Guide for Teachers
8:54 min
Google Meet: the 2023 Tutorial for trainers
12:19 min
How to Schedule Meeting on Google Meet| One link for multiple meeting
2:16 min
