How to Create a Classroom in Live Class
A classroom is an interactive live session where instructors can teach and learners can actively participate. You can use classrooms for lessons, tutorials, workshops, group activities, and small-group training.
If your session is primarily intended for participants to watch a presentation, consider creating a webinar instead.
Create a Classroom Session
Step 1: Open Sessions
Log in to your LiveClass account, navigate to 'Sessions', and select 'Create Session'.
Step 2: Select Classroom
Under 'Session Type', choose 'Classroom'.
Step 3: Set Location
Choose the location closest to most participants, or leave it on 'Automatic' to let LiveClass select the best available location.
Step 4: Enter Session Details
Title: Enter a name for your classroom. This is a required field and is visible to learners.
Description: Add a brief description explaining what the class covers. This appears on the join screen.
Date: Select the date of your session.
Time: Set the session start time.
Timezone: Choose the appropriate timezone for your session.
Interface Language: Select the language in which the room starts. By default, it is set to Not set, allowing each attendee to use their own language. Attendees can also change their language from the room settings.
Max Attendees: Set the maximum number of participants allowed in the classroom. Your plan determines the maximum attendee limit.
Session Length (minutes): Set how long the classroom will run. The session ends automatically when the configured duration is reached. Hosts can extend it from inside the room, up to the maximum duration allowed by their plan.
Enable Classroom Tools
Step 5: Select the Tools You Need
Choose the tools that support your teaching activities.
| Tool | Classroom Use |
|---|---|
| Whiteboard | Work through problems, explain concepts, and collaborate visually. |
| Documents | Present slides and share PDF worksheets. |
| Screen Share | Demonstrate software or walk learners through a process. |
| Polls | Conduct quick comprehension checks and collect responses. |
| Breakout Rooms | Organize group exercises, discussions, and pair work. |
Enable the tools you want to make available during the classroom session.
Configure Recording Settings
Step 6: Enable Recording
Under 'Settings', configure the recording options for your classroom.
Allow Recording: Enable this option to let hosts record the session. When disabled, hosts cannot record the classroom.
Auto Recording: Automatically starts recording when the classroom goes live. When turned off, hosts can still start recording manually from inside the room.
Recording Type: Choose the recording format for the session. This setting applies to all recordings, including those started manually.
You can choose between two recording types:
- Standard Recording
- Enhanced Recording
Enhanced recording provides a richer playback experience. However, it consumes twice as many recording minutes as Standard Recording.
Step 7: Choose Video Quality
Select the video quality for your classroom recordings and livestreams.
The available options are:
Auto: Automatically uses 1080p if your plan supports it; otherwise, it uses 720p.
720p HD: Provides good video quality with smaller file sizes.
1080p Full HD: Offers sharper screen shares, slides, and text but creates larger files.
Configure Additional Settings
Step 8: Set Backstage
Enable 'Backstage' to keep the classroom locked until the host goes live. This lets you prepare the room before attendees join.
Step 9: Enable Attendee Email Collection
Turn on 'Collect attendee email' to ask participants for their email addresses on the join screen before they enter the classroom.
Enable 'Host link can start this session' if you want anyone with the host link to start the classroom without signing in.
Step 10: Set Up the Waiting Room
Enable 'Waiting room' to make participants wait until a host admits them into the classroom.
Step 11: Configure Microphone and Camera Permissions
Enable 'Attendees can use mic and camera' to allow participants to speak and turn on their cameras when they join.
Add a password under 'Room password' if you want to restrict access to your classroom. Leave this field blank if you don't want password protection.
Configure Attendance Verification
Step 12: Enable Attendance Verification
Under 'Advanced Settings', enable 'Attendance Verification' if you want to track auditable seat time and conduct periodic presence checks during the classroom session.
To use this feature, configure an attendance policy for your session.
Complete Classroom Setup
Step 13: Review and Create the Session
Review your classroom details, selected tools, recording preferences, and additional settings. Your classroom is now ready to be scheduled and hosted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can learners draw on the whiteboard?
Not by default. Enable the attendee whiteboard permission for the session or grant whiteboard access to individual learners from inside the room.
Can two participants share their screens at the same time?
Yes. A classroom supports up to two simultaneous screen shares.
Will the recording capture my whiteboard and documents?
Only if you select Enhanced Recording. Standard Recording captures participant video, screen sharing, and audio but does not preserve whiteboards or documents.
Can attendees turn on their microphones and cameras?
Yes. Enable Attendees can use mic and camera when creating the classroom. If this setting is disabled, hosts can manage access from inside the room.
Can I restrict who joins my classroom?
Yes. You can enable the waiting room to admit participants manually or set a room password to restrict access.
Can I change the classroom language?
Yes. You can select an Interface Language when creating the classroom. If it is set to Not set, attendees start the room in their own language. They can also change it from the room settings.
Can I reuse a classroom setup for another session?
Classroom settings are configured separately for each session. To create another classroom, create a new session and configure its settings again.
