Conferencing: Comparison Chart- Synchronous Communication Tools

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With the need to teach, learn, and collaborate synchronously online, it is recognized there are several tools to get the job done. The information below highlights some of the features, functions, and capabilities of the supported web conferencing tools: Microsoft Teams and Zoom. This list is not exhaustive, but is helpful to show how these tools compare so an informed decision can be made when determining which tool to use for various purposes and audiences.  As you are comparing the tools, please reach out to CETL (CETL@uwec.edu) with any questions.

UWEC Support

 

Integrated with Canvas LMS

 

Desktop App (download program)

 

Maximum Simultaneous Webcams

 

Max. # Simultaneous Audio

 

Max. # Participants

 

Multiple Moderators/Hosts

 

Supported Browsers

 

Mobile App Available

 

Session Scheduling

 

Open-ended Sessions

 

End of Meeting Behavior

 

Chat Feature

 

Chat with everyone

 

Chat with individuals

 

Share Whiteboard

 

Annotation Tools

 

Polling

 

Surveys

 

Hand Raising

 

Can Record Session

 

Recording Format

 

Save Recording

 

Download Recording

 

Share Recording Link

 

Advanced Recording Features

 

Download Chat History

 

Attendance Report

 

Phone Conferencing

 

Share Files

 

Download Files

 

Screen Sharing Capabilities

 

Breakout Rooms (Group Work)

 

Pre-Set Breakout Rooms

 

Recalls Content

 

Closed Captioning

 

Students can Create a Session

 

Suitable for HIPAA

 

AI Capabilities