BigBlueButton is an open-source virtual classroom software designed to enhance online learning experiences. Developed initially in 2007 at Carleton University in Ottawa, Canada, it integrates seamlessly with major learning management systems (LMS) such as Canvas, Moodle, Sakai, and Schoology, serving educational institutions worldwide.
Tailored for educators, BigBlueButton offers a suite of tools that facilitate interactive and engaging virtual classes. Its features support various educational activities, from lectures to collaborative group work, making it a versatile choice for online education.
Features:
- Document Upload: Supports PowerPoint, Word, PDF, and image files.
- Whiteboard: Virtual whiteboard for highlighting content.
- Breakout Rooms: Enables collaborative learning in smaller groups.
- Video Options: Offers low, medium, and high-resolution video settings.
- Chat: Public and private chat functionalities.
- Polling: Tools for conducting polls to assess understanding.
- Multi-User Whiteboard: Allows multiple users to interact simultaneously.
- Shared Notes: Facilitates group collaboration through shared note-taking.
- Screen Sharing: Intuitive screen sharing capabilities.
- Hand Raise: Virtual hand-raising feature for student participation.
- Emojis: A range of emojis for expressive communication.
- Webcam Video: Supports webcam sharing with custom backgrounds.
- Learning Analytics Dashboard: Provides insights into attendance, participation, and learning outcomes.
Offers:
BigBlueButton is open-source and free to use. For organizations seeking additional services, various hosting providers offer:
- Customized Branding: Tailored interface to match institutional branding.
- API Integration: Seamless integration with existing systems.
- Dedicated Support: Access to specialized technical assistance.
- Unlimited Classes: Capability to host an unrestricted number of sessions.
- Commercial Hosting: Managed hosting solutions for scalability and reliability.
Additional Information:
- Blogs: Yes, available at
- Careers Page: Not specified.
- Press Page: Not specified.
- Book A Demo Page: Not specified.
Pricing:
- Free Plan: Yes, as open-source software.
- Paid Plans: Offered by third-party hosting providers with varying pricing models.
- Money-Back Guarantee: Dependent on the hosting provider’s policies.
About Us:
- Company Size: Information not specified.
- CEO Name: Information not specified.
- Director Name: Information not specified.
- Company Founded Year: 2007.
- Affiliate Program: Not specified.
Support:
- 24/7 Customer Support: Dependent on the hosting provider.
- Live Chat: Not specified.
- Support Ticket System: Available through the community and hosting providers.
- Email Support: Yes, typically through hosting providers.
- Phone Support: Dependent on the hosting provider.
- AI Agent Support: Not specified.
- Reviews URL: Available on platforms like G2.
- Google Reviews URL: Not specified.
- Trustpilot URL: Not specified.
Contacts:
- Email: Dependent on the hosting provider.
- Phone: Dependent on the hosting provider.
- WhatsApp: Not specified.
- Office Days: Not specified.
- Office Hours: Not specified.
Social Media:
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