How do I log in to my Winter School subject sessions on Zoom?

1. Follow the steps below to join any one of your Winter School subject sessions on Zoom:

1. Step 1: Open your inbox and find the email with the subject line “Winter School: [‘Subject name’]" for the session you want to join. It contains all the info you’ll need to register and log in to the session.
2. Step 2: Click on the Meeting link in the abovementioned email. You will be directed to a registration page like the one shown below. Fill in your details, then click “Register”. A confirmation email with login details will be sent to the provided email address.

1. Step 3: The confirmation email contains the “Join Meeting” link. Use it to log in to your subject session on the day. The link will direct you to the Zoom app, where a pop-up will appear on your screen. Click “Open Zoom Meetings.”
   

1. Step 4: You will be directed to a virtual waiting room until the host admits you to the session. When the host admits you, the session will start.
   

2. What should I do if the Zoom meeting doesn’t open automatically?

If the pop-up doesn’t appear, click “Launch Meeting” on the main Zoom page. If you experience any further issues, you might need to do the following

2.1. Install the Zoom app on your device.

1. Step 1: Once on the main Zoom page, download the app by clicking “Download Now”.

1. Step 2: Navigate to your Downloads folder and double-click on the Zoom installation file. Once installation is complete, you should be automatically directed to the session. If you’re still experiencing issues at this point, do the following:
   

2.2. Log in manually.

1. Step 1: Open the Zoom app on your device after installation.
2. Step 2: Click on “Join a Meeting”. You will be prompted to enter the session login details, including the Meeting ID.

1. Step 3: Click “Join” to enter a waiting room until the host admits you to the session. When the host admits you, the session will start.
   

• Related Articles

• What must I do if I’m stuck in the Zoom lobby for a Winter School subject session?

  If you are stuck in the Zoom lobby and have not been admitted to the session after a few minutes, try the following: Check the meeting time: Make sure you’ve joined at the correct time. The host might not have started the session yet. Confirm the ...

• Will winter school sessions be recorded?  

  Winter School sessions are presented live to allow learners to ask questions and engage with the lesson content in real time. No recordings will be made available. 

• Will winter school sessions be rescheduled due to load shedding? 

  Unfortunately, no sessions will be rescheduled to accommodate load shedding. Please ensure that you have backup power in place to combat this and to make the most of the Impaq Winter School. 

• Where will the Impaq Winter School take place? 

  The Winter School will be presented virtually via Zoom, helping you learn wherever you are. 

• I’ve purchased my tickets for the Impaq Winter School. When will I receive the Zoom meeting link?

  A Zoom meeting link will be sent to the email address you provided when purchasing your tickets – you can expect this email in your inbox 2 days before the session. Please keep an eye on your junk mail as well. If you have not received a link within ...