Directions for Joining Maine CITE webinars

fingers on computer keyboardIf you have already pre-registered, or if the pre-registration page is closed, please follow the directions below to join the meeting/webinar:

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  1. Setup before the Webinar
  2. Joining the Webinar
  3. Participating in the Webinar
  4. At the end of the Webinar

Maine CITE and the University of Maine System use Zoom as the webinar platform.

Setup before the Webinar

If this is your first time attending a Zoom Webinar, we recommend reviewing the information on joining and participating in Zoom webinars. You may join the webinar using your computer and browser (speakers or headphones required) or via the Zoom desktop or mobile application.

Testing Your Connection Before Joining a Webinar

You may wish to test your connection to Zoom before the webinar by joining a “test meeting” at this link: Test your connection with Zoom

NOTE: If you are joining the Zoom webinar from an organization that has a Firewall or Web Security Gateway, please have your IT staff review the proper Firewall and Proxy settings in sufficient time to be able to join the meeting. Firewall security information may be found at this link.

Joining The Webinar

  1. Be prepared to join the meeting a least five minutes before the start time so that you can work out any technical issues.
  2. Each Maine CITE webinar will have a unique web address that connects you directly to the webinar. This link will be sent out to anyone who pre-registered. Webinar registration closes 24-hours before the live webinar. You can still attend without prior registration. Please visit the Webinar event page for Zoom link.
  3. When you arrive at the login page, enter your name and email address as requested. Click Join Webinar.

Zoom Accessibility Features

Zoom webinar application offers built-in accessibility features. Click on or activate the Audio Settings link at the top toolbar. Choose Accessibility from the left menu. In this section, you will have the opportunity to adjust your accessibility settings.

Keyboard Shortcuts

The Zoom Webinar application provides access for participants with physical disabilities, blindness, and low vision through a range of Zoom keyboard shortcuts. Use this link to learn more about Keyboard Shortcuts and to see a list of Hot Keys.

Captioning

Zoom provides auto-generated captioning. Participants may change the size of the caption font using the Zoom settings. Please see the directions in this link as they vary depending on what operating system you are using.

If you need assistance or an accommodation, please contact the Maine CITE via e-mail at info@mainecite.org or via phone at 207-621-3195.

Participating in the Webinar

During our webinar, all participants’ audio is muted and video turned off. Participants wishing to comment or ask questions during the event are asked to type these into the “Q&A” window which will open when you click or activate the Q&A button on the toolbar. You may also use the Chat window to ask questions during the webinar.

The Host or Presenter will stop the presentation from time to time to facilitate the question and answer process.

In some webinars, the presenter will post a poll question. Please follow the directions given at that time to complete the poll.

At the end of the Webinar

At the end of the live presentation, you will be given a link to a website where you can fill out an optional program evaluation form. Certificates of Attendance will be sent (via e-mail) to those who have completed the evaluation form.

Please note: Certificates of Attendance are not available for participants viewing archived webinars.

After the meeting is over, simply close the “window” or Zoom app. You may also leave the “meeting” using the link in the lower right corner of the screen. Use your browser to locate the evaluation form.

Help

Thank you for choosing to join our Maine CITE webinar. If you have a question before the webinar, please contact Maine CITE via e-mail at info@mainecite.org or via phone at 207-621-3195 or Maine Relay 711.

rev: 10/27/2025