Mikogo: A Desktop Sharing tool for everyone


Global SchoolNet is committed to bringing you the best ideas, tools, information and opportunities for 21st century learning. So, we would like to tell you about a fantastic tool from our partner Mikogo.

MikogoMikogo is an easy-to-use, cross-platform, secure desktop sharing tool that runs on both Windows and Mac computers. And, it’s FREE for both commercial and private use.

Mikogo is a great solution for numerous professional, academic and personal uses, including:

  • classroom-to-classroom collaborations
  • virtual classrooms, distance learning & home schooling
  • webinars, presentations & demonstrations
  • professional development & training
  • remote technical support
  • online meetings
     

There are a range of features included, available for free, to facilitate your online teaching sessions. For example: desktop sharing with multiple people, switch presenter, remote keyboard/mouse control, whiteboard, recording, file transfer, meeting scheduler, and more. And they are currently working on more features to soon be released with the launch of Mikogo Version 4.

Sign-up for your free Mikogo account or learn more about Mikogo's features and technical requirements at the Mikogo Website


Mikogo for Education:

  • Remote Collaborations: Doors to Diplomacy is an international scholarship program sponsored by the US Department of State, requiring students to work in teams of 2-4 students with teacher coaches to build educational web projects that teach others about diplomacy and international affairs. Since students often do the work after school and on weekends, team members use Mikogo to collaborate and develop their projects.
  • Virtual Classrooms, Distance Learning & Home Schooling: Mikogo extends the learning opportunities beyond the limits of the physical classroom, by enabling teachers and students worldwide to interact online. For example, using Mikogo's shared desktop feature as a virtual blackboard, they can share slide presentations, solve mathematical equations, explain diagrams and charts and teach language skills.
  • Mentoring & Remote Support: Whether you are mentoring, coaching or technical trouble-shooting folks in distant locations, Mikogo's remonte desktop control feature can make your task easier.

Sign-up for your free Mikogo account or learn more about Mikogo's features and technical requirements at the Mikogo Website