USE OF VIRTUAL CLASSROOM SOFTWARE FOR TEACHING

In 21st Century, Education emerges as effective tool of change in the society. It has several dimensions like philosophy, psychology, sociology etc. Now the technology is playing a vital role in the field of education particularly in school education. Classrooms are going to change from traditional to smart. When we talk about smart classroom we require certain things like computer, internet, video camera, speakers, microphone, projector etc. This technology is also called Virtual Classroom Technology where the teacher can deliver lecture with both the mode like synchronous and asynchronous virtual mode through internet. This paper focuses on the role of virtual classroom software which provides the facility of synchronous and asynchronous virtual mode of teaching. By using this Virtual Classroom Software [VCS], the teacher can not only deliver the lecture but also evaluate the students. This software has several features like live class/online class, offline class, create future class, notice board, assessment, feedback etc. The teacher can use power point presentation/word documents while delivering live lecture. Students can easily communicate through chat/feedback segment to teacher and get quick reply also. The role of Virtual Classroom Software is very important. It reduces the huge paperwork and gives quick assessment. It is called “Any time, Any where classroom”. Teacher should manage the progress of the each students of the class through this software. It will be very beneficial for teachers, students and entire educational system.