In this article, I will provide instructions on how to view your students during a Google Meet presentation. As an educator, it is crucial to have a visual connection with your students, particularly during presentations. By following these guidelines, you can guarantee that you are able to observe your students’ responses, participation, and comprehension during your presentation.
Step 1: Enable Tile View
The first step is to enable the Tile View in Google Meet. This view allows you to see multiple participants simultaneously on your screen. To do this, click on the “More options” button (three dots) in the bottom right corner of your Google Meet window. From the dropdown menu, select “Change layout” and then choose “Tiled” to enable the Tile View.
Step 2: Adjust Your Layout
Once you have enabled the Tile View, you can adjust the layout to ensure that you can see both your presentation and your students’ video feeds. Click on the “More options” button again and select “Change layout.” From the layout options, choose “Sidebar” or “Spotlight” layout. These layouts will allow you to see your presentation on one side of the screen and your students’ video feeds on the other.
Step 3: Resize and Rearrange
If the default layout does not suit your preferences, you can resize and rearrange the video feeds to create a customized view. Simply click and drag the video feeds to the desired positions on your screen. You can increase or decrease the size of each video feed by dragging the corners of the video windows.
It is important to find a layout that works best for you and allows you to view your presentation and your students simultaneously without any distractions.
Step 4: Pin or Spotlight Video Feeds
Google Meet provides options to pin or spotlight specific video feeds, which can be useful during presentations. Pinning a video feed keeps it in the larger view, regardless of who is currently speaking. Spotlighting a video feed makes it the main focus for all participants.
To pin a video feed, simply hover over the participant’s video and click on the “Pin” icon that appears in the top right corner of their video window. To spotlight a video feed, click on the participant’s video and select the “Spotlight” option from the menu.
Conclusion
By following these steps, you can easily see your students while presenting in Google Meet. Enabling Tile View, adjusting the layout, resizing and rearranging the video feeds, and using the pinning and spotlighting options will help you maintain a visual connection with your students and enhance their learning experience. Remember to experiment with different layouts and find the one that works best for you. Good luck with your presentations!