MODELING OF THE EDUCATIONAL PROCESS USING A “VIRTUAL CLASSROOM” AT A UNIVERSITY

Abstract

The article studies a current problem of organization of distance learning in universities. Distance learning has become an integral part of education in various disciplines in higher education institutions. The article discusses the Microsoft Teams platform for video meetings, which is used in the authors’ personal pedagogical practice when organizing distance learning. According to the title, the article describes a developed and implemented “Virtual Classroom”, in which meetings and classes for university students were held. Advantages and disadvantages of the chosen platform are especially noted. The article will be of great help to novice teachers who will build their own individual virtual classroom in distance learning mode. The proposed method of conducting distance learning is a proven way of organizing the educational process. The stages of work for creating a “Virtual Classroom” are briefly described. Programs that can further improve the online learning process are emphasized. In conclusion, the author gives recommendations on the use of the MS Teams platform for future students and novice teachers. The paper concludes that information and communication technologies do not stand still, but move and develop, simplifying the joint construction of the educational process between the teacher and the student.