Helping Students Manage
Workload & Stress

Overview of Barrier: A lack of structure and immediate, in-person support within distance learning environments can contribute to students feeling overwhelmed and unable to manage their workload. These challenges can be compounded if students lack executive functioning and self-regulation skills. Consistent procedures and routines for the virtual classroom (i.e. how students ask questions, contribute to virtual discussions, turn in work, and catch up on missed work) are essential. Likewise, teachers can further support students by adjusting the way the content is presented and help students apply learning strategies. (Removing Barriers to Effective Distance Learning by Applying the High-Leverage Practices, 2020, p. 10).