Classroom Setup
For all questions contact the Challenger support specialist Laura Ondeck at londeck@wheeling.edu or 304-243-2029
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What is Needed
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Videoconferencing system (a computer with a webcam at a minimum)
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3 computers per team- each with an optional mouse
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Please Note: If using all five teams, the mission will require the use of 15 computers.
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Network/Internet connection for all computers
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LCD projector for use with videoconferencing equipment
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External speakers
All computers must be connected to the Internet and using the latest version of Chrome (All required software is specified below.)
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The videoconferencing system permits Natural Disasters & Health Mission Control to see and talk with the students during the mission. A computer projection device and a large screen located in the front of the room permits the students to see the Chief Medical Officer. A microphone and speaker - ones built into the front computer are Ok - allow students to speak with the Chief Medical Officer.
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The videoconferencing system can be a dedicated videoconference unit such as Polycom or LifeSize, or a computer equipped with a webcam, a microphone, speakers, and videoconferencing software such as Zoom, Skype or Google Hangouts.
If you have a standalone videoconferencing system, make sure it is connected using a static IP address.
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Connection Procedures
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H.323 IP Videoconference System: Challenger Learning Center will provide you with our IP address for you to enter into your system. Please dial in at 384 kb.
For Skype — contact the Challenger support specialist Laura Ondeck for help with installation and setup.
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Test Connect
Please contact our technology support specialist, Laura Ondeck, who will schedule a test connect approximately 2—4 weeks prior to your mission to ensure there are no issues on mission day.
It is mandatory to do a test connect prior to your mission day!
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Classroom Setup
Each team of six students works together to move through the disaster response. The students work as specialist pairs (each pair needs one computer) and as a team to share specialist experiences.
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Each team of students will be assigned to one of these specialists: Disaster Assessment Coordinators, Triage Specialists or ER Specialists. One computer is needed for each pair of specialists.
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Another computer with a microphone is needed at the front of the room to power the projector and for students to report to the Chief Medical Officer.
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