Using breakout rooms is an excellent method for conducting small group conversations and tasks within a Zoom meeting. This guide will walk you through the steps of setting up breakout rooms on Zoom.
Step 1: Start a Zoom Meeting
To begin, start a Zoom meeting as usual. Once the meeting is underway, click on the “Breakout Rooms” button located in the toolbar at the bottom of your screen.
Step 2: Create Breakout Rooms
After clicking on the “Breakout Rooms” button, you will be prompted to create breakout rooms. You can either manually assign participants to specific rooms or let Zoom automatically assign them. To manually assign participants, click on the “Create” button and drag-and-drop participants into different rooms.
Step 3: Customize Breakout Rooms
Once you have created your breakout rooms, you can customize them by giving each room a unique name. This will help participants easily identify which room they belong to. You can also set a time limit for the breakout sessions and choose whether or not to allow participants to leave their assigned rooms.
Step 4: Start Breakout Sessions
When you are ready to start the breakout sessions, click on the “Start” button. Participants will be automatically assigned to their respective rooms and can begin their discussions or activities. As the host, you can move between rooms to monitor progress and provide support if needed.
Step 5: End Breakout Sessions
When it’s time to end the breakout sessions, click on the “End” button. Participants will be automatically returned to the main meeting room. You can then proceed with the rest of your agenda or wrap up the meeting.
Conclusion
Breakout rooms are a powerful tool for facilitating small group discussions and activities during Zoom meetings. By following these simple steps, you can create breakout rooms that enhance collaboration and engagement among your participants.
