Instructors can teach in Engageli either through the instructor application or via Google Chrome. While both options are comparable, determining which will provide the optimal Engageli experience is largely determined by your hardware and internet configuration.
If you are using the Engageli instructor application, Engageli recommends the following hardware configurations:
- Mac
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- macOS Catalina version 10.15 or higher
- Quad-core or better CPU
- 8GB RAM or more
- 2015 or newer hardware
- PC / Windows 10
- Intel i5 or i7 (or equivalent) CPU
- 8GB RAM or more
- 2015 or newer hardware
It is also recommended that your internet connection be at least 2.5 Mbps, which you can test here.
If your laptop and internet connection meet the requirements, we recommend using the application. Otherwise, you should use Google Chrome for browser-based instruction.
Instructor Application: Engageli’s application gives you full functionality, allowing you to utilize all of Engageli’s engagement metrics and teaching tools.
- Full suite of teaching and learning tools
- Student Participation and engagement metrics
- Instructor feedback tools
Browser-Based Instruction: Engageli’s browser capabilities allow you to teach a course directly through Google Chrome.
- No download is required
- Optimized for older devices or lower internet bandwidth (requires fewer resources from computer and network)
- The simplified toolbar provides quick access to the most-used features
Application |
Browser |
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Record class sessions |
✔ |
✔ |
Change mic, camera, device settings |
✔ |
✔ |
Control classroom audio settings |
✔ |
✔ |
Screen share |
✔ |
✔ |
Integrate polls and quizzes |
✔ |
✔ |
Host panel discussions |
✔ |
✔ |
Play synchronous video clips or YouTube videos |
✔ |
✔ |
Direct participants to view different screens |
✔ |
✔ |
Communicate via Chat and Q&A |
✔ |
✔ |
Join learners at tables |
✔ |
✔ |
Randomize learners at different tables |
✔ |
✔ |
Distribute documents to tables |
✔ |
✔ |
Review learner engagement data post-class |
✔ |
✔ |
Set a timer |
✔ |
✔ |
Co-teach |
✔ |
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Utilize Annotation tools |
✔ |
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Observe learners at tables |
✔ |
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Move individual learners to different tables |
✔ |
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Use real-time engagement markers during class |
✔ |
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Moderated Mode |
✔ |