Evaluation of a videoconference can be as simple as asking yourself what worked, what didn't and how the experience could be improved for students . Since a variety of activities can be conducted using videoconferencing there is really no one way to evaluate all conferences. The important aspects for evaluation are the same as for any lesson or activity you might conduct.

The following questions might help you focus your reflections as you work to fine tune your techniques to make future conferencing experiences more effective. Videotaping your conference can also help you in this process as well as serving to help others in your school system who may be interested in this type of activity.

Consider having all teacher and guest participants from each site e-mail comments to the conference moderator. Each site might also conduct student surveys to get their reactions to the conference. Sharing this information in a conference write up can be very helpful and allow other educators to profit from your experiences.

The items to be sure to ask of all site facilitators and guests:

• Were goals for the conference and its activities met?
• Were learner outcomes achieved?
• Was the content effectively presented and the activities carried out using sound pedagogy?
• Was the presentation format/videoconference medium effective for this session?
• Were students engaged in the topic and activities? (Aim for active participants rather than passive listeners.)
• Were the materials used as handouts or shown on camera, through slides or other means effective in supporting the session?
• Are there additional materials or handouts needed for a session such as this one?
• Was the time allotted appropriate?
• Did the conference schedule allow interaction with all sites?
• Did all participants appear to be aware of the expectations for their role during the conference?