Edvidi

Edvidi is a video meeting collaboration and classroom management tool designed specifically for Chromebook environments. It is intended for use by education professionals, including K-12 schools, teachers, school administrators, and district administrators. According to the vendor, Edvidi aims to enhance video meetings, streamline classroom management, and improve student engagement and productivity.

Key Features

Video Meeting Collaboration: Edvidi offers a cloud-based platform with features such as Screen Monitoring, Blank Screen, White Lists, and Browser History. These features are designed to help teachers capture and maintain students' attention, potentially leading to improved focus and increased time on task.

Classroom Management: With Edvidi, teachers can monitor students using thumbnail or list view, including the ability to see their current active tab and detailed screen view. They can also view and close open Chrome tabs, potentially reducing distractions and maximizing productivity. The video chat feature transforms the Google Classroom platform into a dynamic and interactive classroom, fostering real-time connections between teachers and students. Additionally, the file transfer feature allows for easy drag and drop file sharing within the chat window, either with individual students or the entire class. On-screen messaging keeps students informed and engaged, including the ability to blank student screens and set timers. Teachers can also open a link in a new tab on all student devices simultaneously. Edvidi provides a 1-click whitelist feature that allows access to a preset list of websites. Text chat functionality enables student interaction, initiated by the teacher or confidentially by a student. The AutoConnect Students feature automatically connects to students based on the class roster, simplifying the setup process. Lastly, teachers can view the student browser history for monitoring purposes.

Video Meetings: Edvidi seamlessly integrates with Google Meet, enabling users to create meetings directly from class rosters without the hassle of managing invites. Users can join meetings from school or home with a single click, providing flexibility and convenience. The platform offers a unified sign-in for both classroom management and video meetings, ensuring a smooth and integrated experience. Classroom monitoring works simultaneously with video meetings, allowing teachers to effectively manage their virtual classrooms.

Get Started!: Edvidi offers flexibility in setting up connections. Users can choose to set up a quick connection or create classrooms from an imported CSV or Google Classroom, depending on their preferences and needs.

Product Support: Edvidi provides comprehensive support services through their website. Users can find information on support services within the Support section of the website. Technical support is available via chat, email, or phone, ensuring users have access to assistance when needed.