--- title: "Teaching from Home with Teams" canonical: "https://kb.uconn.edu/space/IKB/28867363876/Teaching%20from%20Home%20with%20Teams" format: markdown --- Instructors can use Teams to conduct their classes if they are unable to attend in person. This article provides an overview and recommendations for instructors and students using Teams. ### Learning About Teams - The use of a VPN is not necessary; Teams is hosted on the internet and therefore not restricted to any local network (i.e., UCONN-SECURE). Using a VPN may cause problems, as it introduces an increase in latency and adds another point of failure. - Do not connect to a remote computer in your office or use AnyWare; you will not** **be able to share a webcam or microphone in either direction. Be sure to run Teams locally on your computer at home. If you need to access files from another computer, be sure to use [Microsoft OneDrive](https://uconn.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/IKB/pages/10726900385) or transfer them before you begin your class. - Decide whether you will be holding classes consistently at the same time or if your schedule is more fluid. If your class is going to be held in real-time, also known as "synchronous learning," it **must** occur at its usual time. > ℹ️ Do not use a VPN and do not connect to your computer on campus. ### Preparing Your Virtual Classroom - Make sure you have a reliable local network connection by using an Ethernet (wired) connection rather than Wi-Fi. If you must use Wi-Fi, be sure to sit in the same room as the Wi-Fi access point (router). A direct neighboring room should work just as well depending on your Wi-Fi access point and the construction materials of your house. Ensuring that you have a strong local network connection will give your computer the best chance at creating a stable and enjoyable Teams experience. [Use this guide to learn more about bandwidth requirements.](https://uconn.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/IKB/pages/28811952129) - Do not sit too close to your WiFi access point (router); keep at least 4 feet of distance from your router to prevent performance degradation. - Test your webcam/microphone in a call with a coworker. - Practice recording. - Create Polling questions ahead of time. [need link] - If using a laptop, use the power supply rather than running off the battery. ### Tips for Securing Your Teams Meeting Learn how to host a secure, professional environment by [Securing your Teams Meeting](https://uconn.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/IKB/pages/28867363940). ## Related Articles > Macro (contentbylabel)