I am an avid user of Zoom for hosting virtual meetings, so I fully recognize the significance of breakout rooms in facilitating group discussions and collaboration. In this article, I will provide a step-by-step tutorial on how to add an additional breakout room in Zoom. Let’s get started!
Step 1: Launching the Zoom Application
To begin, open the Zoom application on your computer or mobile device. Ensure that you are signed in to your Zoom account. Once you are logged in, you will be directed to the Zoom dashboard.
Step 2: Accessing the Zoom Settings
Next, click on the “Settings” option located at the top right corner of the Zoom dashboard. This will open the settings menu where you can customize various features and preferences in Zoom.
Step 3: Navigating to the Breakout Room Settings
In the settings menu, click on the “In Meeting (Basic)” tab located on the left-hand side. Scroll down until you find the “Breakout Room” section.
Step 4: Enabling Multiple Breakout Rooms
Now, check the box that says “Allow host to assign participants to breakout rooms when scheduling”. This will enable you to create and manage breakout rooms during your Zoom meetings.
Step 5: Starting a Zoom Meeting
Once you have enabled multiple breakout rooms, start a Zoom meeting by clicking on the “New Meeting” button on the Zoom dashboard. Alternatively, you can schedule a meeting for a later time.
Step 6: Opening the Breakout Rooms
During the meeting, you will see a toolbar at the bottom of the screen. Click on the “Breakout Rooms” option to open the breakout room management window.
Step 7: Adding Another Breakout Room
In the breakout room management window, click on the “Add Breakout Room” button. A new breakout room will be created, and participants can be assigned to it.
Step 8: Assigning Participants to the New Breakout Room
To assign participants to the newly created breakout room, you can either manually drag and drop their names or use the “Automatically” option. If you choose the “Automatically” option, Zoom will divide participants evenly across all breakout rooms.
Step 9: Starting the Breakout Rooms
Once you have assigned participants to the breakout rooms, click on the “Open All Rooms” button to start the breakout sessions. Each group will be placed in separate rooms for discussions.
Step 10: Monitoring and Concluding Breakout Rooms
As the host, you have the option to join any breakout room at any time to provide guidance or answer questions. You can also broadcast messages to all breakout rooms to provide updates or indicate when it’s time to reconvene.
Conclusion
Adding another breakout room in Zoom is a simple process that can greatly enhance group collaboration and engagement during virtual meetings. By following the steps outlined in this article, you’ll be able to create and manage multiple breakout rooms with ease. So go ahead and empower your participants to engage in meaningful discussions and brainstorming sessions!