• This next generation of web conferencing software enables instant communication and collaboration through an easy-to-use, easy-to-access online URL.
• Adobe® Acrobat® Connect™ is now available to ACC faculty for distance learning and classroom applications. Educators and students can communicate, collaborate, and interact no matter where they are.
• A wide range of content, including Microsoft PowerPoint slides, live and recorded video, Adobe Flash® content, live screen sharing, application sharing, audio, and multiuser text chat can be shared through the Internet.
• Adobe Flash Player software, already installed on more than 98% of Internet-enabled desktops, is all that is needed to access to live sessions with sound and video. More

Account Information:

• If you already have an account, login here:  http://webconnect.austincc.edu
  • Note: Students do not need an account to view and participate in the virtual classroom.
    You will provide them a link to the webpage.
• Current faculty may request an account from a campus computer. VPN software can also be used to access this link. VPN software can be obtained by contacting the ACC Helpdesk (3-4357). Put "Adobe Connect account "and the course name in description of your request.
  • Note: This tool is for virtual class meetings only or for distance learning courses. Accounts are not to be used for non-instructional purposes.

System Requirements:

• Check your computer to see if it is up-to-date to run this program

Printable Guides: (requires free Adobe Acrobat Reader)

• Quickstart
• ACC Workshop Material
• Quickstart for Participants (students)

Tutorials and Training:

• Check the Workshop Database for training opportunities in Fall and Spring.
• After you login to Connect, be sure to view the tutorials provided there:

Instructional Support:

• For faculty help to learn how to use the features, see an Instructional Design Specialist near you.

Technical Support:

• Need a microphone headset? Logitech has good products with good sound - $30-50.

• Computer not working properly? Check that your system has the required updates above.
• For help with other technical computer problems, faculty should contact the department computer technician.
• Students should contact the instructor for problems using Adobe Connect.

Other Resources:

• Connect Pro Overview
• Connect Pro Support Center (self-service and assisted support options)
• How to set up class meetings from Adobe elearning website
• Best Practices (PDF)