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Choose how to run your Polling @ McGill session with Vevox

Vevox is McGill’s polling tool. You can run a Polling @ McGill (i.e., Vevox) event using two different tools: Internet Browsers; and the Vevox for PowerPoint add-in

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Internet browser 
(For PC, Mac, iOS, Android)

You can run a polling event using your internet browsers on your computer or smartphone.

Compatible browsers include Firefox, Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Safari.


This option is recommended if you would like:

  • full access to customization of the polls before and during the event.

  • to take full advantage of Q&A tool moderation.

  • the participant view of the poll available during the event.

Advantages

  • Jump between questions and full editing access while running the event.

  • Access the most customizable option with all the features available.

  • The control panel allows you to:

    • Monitor the Q&A tool.

    • Create questions while running the event.

    • Choose a non-linear order to run your event.

    • Modify the visibility of the poll results while presenting.

  • For PC users: Use Alt + Tab to move between screens.

  • For Mac users: Use the three-finger swipe to move between screens.

Disadvantages

  • If using PowerPoint while lecturing, you have to switch between the presentation and Vevox during lectures.

Run a Polling @ McGill event from an internet browser

  • Internet browsers compatible with Vevox.

  • Run a event using Present mode.

PowerPoint add-in (PC and Mac)

You can add Vevox Polls directly to your Powerpoint presentation.

  • This option is recommended for PC users who:

    • Have the polling questions already planned and want to follow the linear order without any modifications of the polls while presenting.

    • Do not need to moderate the Q&A tool while presenting, or who have a dedicated Q&A moderator.

Advantages

  • Seamlessly integrate polling questions into lecture or presentation slidesdecks.

Disadvantages

  • You have limited customization options.

  • You cannot moderate the Vevox Q&A tool while presenting.

  • The Vevox control panel is not available when presenting.

Run a Polling @ McGill event from PowerPoint

  • Install Vevox for PowerPoint add-in.

  • Add polls to your presentation.

  • Control your Vevox session.

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