Virtual Classroom Software Resources
Articles, Glossary Terms, Discussions, and Reports to expand your knowledge on Virtual Classroom Software
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Virtual Classroom Software Articles
10 Software Categories in High Demand to Support Remote Work
Throughout my time at G2, traffic patterns on G2.com category pages have been one of the most significant data points to monitor. Time and again, the changes in those patterns have proven a good indicator of emerging trends and a strong reflection of change in software markets. The current global crisis caused by COVID-19 is, unsurprisingly, creating a large shift to tools that support remote work.
by Michael Fauscette
2023 Trends in Online Learning Platforms
This post is part of G2's 2023 digital trends series. Read more about G2’s perspective on digital transformation trends in an introduction from Emily Malis Greathouse, director, market research, and additional coverage on trends identified by G2’s analysts.
by JaKayla D. Lathon
How to Use Virtual Classrooms for Unmatched Engagement
When you think of a classroom, what image comes to mind?
by Mara Calvello
The Promises and Pitfalls of Virtual Classroom Tools
A couple of months ago, no one in K–12 education was talking about virtual classrooms.
by Shaun Bishop
Remote Learning Tools Educators Need Most
Most teachers I’ve met are master improvisers. They have to be ready to adapt to situations in the moment, and the COVID-19 health crisis is a perfect example of when adaptation is a must.
by Shaun Bishop
Six Tips for Getting the Most Out of EdTech Software Purchases
The class erupted in cheers and groans.
by Shaun Bishop
Virtual Classroom Software Glossary Terms
Virtual Classroom Software Discussions
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Question on: Zoom Workplace
How do you automate a zoom meeting schedule?
How do you automate a zoom meeting schedule?
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There are a couple of ways to automate Zoom meeting scheduling, depending on your needs:
Built-in Zoom Functionality:
Recurring Meetings: Zoom itself offers built-in functionality to schedule recurring meetings. When setting up a meeting, you can choose a recurring schedule (daily, weekly, etc.) and how long the recurrence should last. This is a simple solution for meetings that happen at the same time each week or month.
Third-Party Tools:
Zapier: If you need more complex automation, tools like Zapier can connect Zoom with your calendar app (like Google Calendar or Outlook) and automate tasks. You can set up "Zaps" (workflows) that automatically create Zoom meetings based on triggers from your calendar or other apps.
Third-Party Scheduling Apps: Services like Calendly or Doodle integrate with Zoom and allow others to schedule meetings with you directly on your calendar. These can be helpful if you frequently meet with people outside your organization.
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You can automate a Zoom meeting schedule using a few different methods, depending on your needs and tools available. Here are the most common ways:
1. Using Zoom’s buit-in scheduling with recurrence
2. Using Google Calendar plus Zoom integration
3. Using Microsoft Outlook plus Zoom Plugin
4. Using Zapier
5. Using Zoom API
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Assume you use Salesforce + Google Calendar + Zoom + Zapier (no‑code setup):
Trigger:
In Zapier, set a trigger: “New Deal in Salesforce = Status = ‘Closed‑Won’”
Create a calendar event:
Use an action: “Create Google Calendar event” with:
Title = “Onboarding – {{Customer Name}}”
Date/time = today + 1 day at 3:00 PM
Description = “Sales onboarding call”
Automatically create the Zoom meeting:
Next step: “Create Zoom Meeting” (using Zoom’s app in Zapier)
Topic = “Onboarding – {{Customer Name}}”
Start time, duration, and timezone pulled from the Google Calendar event
Zapier returns the Zoom meeting URL and meeting ID.
Update records and send invites:
Action 1: “Update Salesforce Lead/Opportunity” → add the Zoom link in a custom field.
Action 2: “Send Gmail/Outlook email” → send the Zoom details to the customer using a template.
Now, every time a new deal closes,
A Zoom meeting is created automatically
A calendar event is added
The Zoom link populates in Salesforce and is emailed to the customer
What this looks like in practice
Before automation: 10 deals/day = 50–100 minutes of manual work.
After automation: you just log the deal; the rest runs silently in the background.
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Assume you use Salesforce + Google Calendar + Zoom + Zapier (no‑code setup):
Trigger:
In Zapier, set a trigger: “New Deal in Salesforce = Status = ‘Closed‑Won’”
Create a calendar event:
Use an action: “Create Google Calendar event” with:
Title = “Onboarding – {{Customer Name}}”
Date/time = today + 1 day at 3:00 PM
Description = “Sales onboarding call”
Automatically create the Zoom meeting:
Next step: “Create Zoom Meeting” (using Zoom’s app in Zapier)
Topic = “Onboarding – {{Customer Name}}”
Start time, duration, and timezone pulled from the Google Calendar event
Zapier returns the Zoom meeting URL and meeting ID.
Update records and send invites:
Action 1: “Update Salesforce Lead/Opportunity” → add the Zoom link in a custom field.
Action 2: “Send Gmail/Outlook email” → send the Zoom details to the customer using a template.
Now, every time a new deal closes,
A Zoom meeting is created automatically
A calendar event is added
The Zoom link populates in Salesforce and is emailed to the customer
What this looks like in practice
Before automation: 10 deals/day = 50–100 minutes of manual work.
After automation: you just log the deal; the rest runs silently in the background.
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Question on: Webex Suite
Can Microsoft teams replace Webex?
Can Microsoft teams replace Webex?
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Yes! It will make WebEx seem like a cassette when CDs came out. Teams is also the easiest of WebEx, Zoom, and Teams to find your page to share without sharing your email, then your other unrelated thing, etc.
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I think it could since it is integrated personal chat and instant meetings
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Yeah most probably.
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It already did for me :)
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Question on: Webex Suite
What is the use of Cisco Jabber?
What is the use of Cisco Jabber?
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Instant Messaging app
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It is mostly used as a communications interface, wether it’s through IM or audio/video. Although nowadays there are several options that include more features with this basis, CJ is accesible to most due to its simplicity and “straight-to-the-point” functionalities.
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Virtual Classroom Software Reports
Mid-Market Grid® Report for Virtual Classroom
Spring 2026
G2 Report: Grid® Report
Grid® Report for Virtual Classroom
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G2 Report: Grid® Report
Enterprise Grid® Report for Virtual Classroom
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G2 Report: Grid® Report
Momentum Grid® Report for Virtual Classroom
Spring 2026
G2 Report: Momentum Grid® Report
Small-Business Grid® Report for Virtual Classroom
Spring 2026
G2 Report: Grid® Report
Enterprise Grid® Report for Virtual Classroom
Winter 2026
G2 Report: Grid® Report
Small-Business Grid® Report for Virtual Classroom
Winter 2026
G2 Report: Grid® Report
Mid-Market Grid® Report for Virtual Classroom
Winter 2026
G2 Report: Grid® Report
Grid® Report for Virtual Classroom
Winter 2026
G2 Report: Grid® Report
Momentum Grid® Report for Virtual Classroom
Winter 2026
G2 Report: Momentum Grid® Report









