Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Browse this FAQ page to find answers to frequently asked questions that have not been covered elsewhere in the documentation.

What is a synchronous presentation?

A synchronous presentation is a live presentation where the presenter and audience interact in real-time, often through direct questions, discussions, and immediate feedback.

A synchronous discussion is good for real-time interaction, immediate feedback, building rapport, and facilitating complex or nuanced conversations that require back-and-forth dialogue.

It enables participants to clarify doubts, challenge assumptions, and explore topics in-depth together.

What is an asynchronous presentation?

The opposite of an synchronous presentation is an ssynchronous presentation, which is a type of presentation where the content is not delivered in real-time. Instead, the presentation is pre-recorded or prepared in advance, and the audience can access it at their own pace.

Think of a video lecture, a podcast, or a pre-recorded webinar. The presenter records their content, and the audience watches or listens to it whenever they want. There’s no live interaction or simultaneous communication.

Asynchronous presentations are useful for various scenarios, such as:

• Online courses or training programs
• Pre-recorded lectures or talks
• Sharing knowledge or information with a large or distributed audience
• Allowing audience members to review or revisit the content at their convenience

What software do I need to join the video presentation?

The presentation will presented across Zoom.

Here are links to Zoom for Windows, Macintosh, and Linux.

Zoom for Windows
Zoom for Mac
Zoom for Linux

What is the format of the presentation?

The presentation is between 10 and 15 minutes. There will be 15 minutes to a half hour for conversation.