When Focus mode is on, participants in a meeting
won't be able to see each other's videos or screen sharing, but the host will
still be able to see everyone's webcams. It gives you some of the control of
Webinar mode without the hassle and lack of flexibility — for example, a
teacher could use Focus mode while presenting and then switch it off when it's
time for a class discussion. While hosting a Webinar is expensive, Focus mode
offers free accounts for testing purposes.
The release of this feature comes with the start of
the new school year in many districts, as well as the continuing threat of
COVID-19. Virtual classrooms appear to be here to stay for the near term, so
Zoom's addition of tele-learning features is welcome. While
focus mode will display the teacher's video or screen sharing in front of
students, it will not be the only thing on their devices. Participants can
still watch their own video as well as any screen shares or video highlighted
by the meeting host. Participants will also be able to see all of the other
participants' names as well as all of the emoji reactions.
How to enable Focus Mode:
1. Launch the Zoom app.
2. Start hosting meetings.
3. On the toolbar, select ‘More.'
4. Select ‘Start Focus Mode.' Press the ‘Confirm'
button.
5. Click ‘Don't ask me again.'
6. The Focus Mode option has been turned on, and all
participants, including the host and co-host, will be notified.
Overall, the function appears to be a good approach
to keep students from disturbing one other in class, and it may even have
applications outside of the classroom (say, during company presentations, if
managers are worried about employees not paying attention to slides).
This feature is free and licensed and is available
to all types of users. All you have to do is enable it through the Zoom web
portal for all types of accounts.
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