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Google Meet

Overview

Google Meet is a web conferencing tool included in Google Workspace, available to all ACC faculty, staff, and students. It supports up to 250 participants, includes chat, and offers background options.

Use Google Meet for:

  • Course presentations
  • Virtual office hours
  • Student communication
  • Test monitoring

ACC offers the following web conferencing tools: Google Meet, WebEx, Zoom, and Class for Zoom. Compare options using the Web Conferencing Tools Comparison Chart.

Access

Log in with your ACCeID at meet.google.com.

Key Features

  • Integrated with Google Calendar for scheduling and invitations
  • Supports up to 250 participants
  • Always-on chat (cannot be disabled)
  • Live captions available
  • Screen and window sharing
  • Accessible through web browsers, iOS, and Android apps

Get Started

Helpful Tip: Review Etiquette and Troubleshooting for Web Conferencing before hosting.

Training and Support

Contact

For updates or additional support, email TLEDcomms@austincc.edu. To report outdated page content, email tledwebsite@austincc.edu.

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