Using Zoom
A guide to using Zoom
Zoom is a video conferencing website which we will be using at Lakeside to deliver live lessons to children.
To access Zoom go to zoom.us
Which devices work on Zoom?
Any modern smartphone will work on Zoom. Laptops, desktop PCs, tablets, Kindle Fires and many gaming consoles can also access Zoom.
If you are using a desktop PC or laptop you should not need to install any software.
If you are using a smartphone or tablet you will need to install the Zoom app before you can use Zoom. Search for 'Zoom' in your appstore.
Do I need an account to use Zoom?
You can access all of our live teaching lessons without a Zoom account. If you wish, you can set up a free Zoom account at zoom.us
User guides and videos
The following links are to video guides and websites which will help you get started with Zoom.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QOUwumKCW7M
https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/categories/200101697-Getting-Started