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@fsf this list really needs to contain BigBlueButton (https://bigbluebutton.org) as does any education-related video-conferencing discussion. It's both FOSS and designed specifically for that use-case. Plus, it's better than the other FOSS options in general.
@fsf Worse, I need a Google Account just to sign into my school website!
@fsf I'm surprised Big Blue Button isn't up there!