This Emergency Preparations for Instructional Continuity Plan provides instructions and resources for Catholic University faculty members that will help them continue course instruction when circumstances call for disruption of normal classroom instruction. The Plan highlights three elements for successful course instruction continuation:

1. Communication - The key to coping effectively with emergency situations is being prepared and keeping communication lines open.
2. Curriculum Delivery –The best available methods for continued course instruction include using remote delivery and distance learning technologies.
3. Preparedness and Contingency Plans – Suggested methods are provided for practice drills and considerations are provided for unforeseen circumstances.

All faculty should be aware of the following information when developing their individual Plan and/or incorporate the following information into their individual Plan:

1. Communications from the Office of Marketing and Communications
2. Secure updated contact information
3. Save and store critical class materials
4. Suggested methods of course continuation
5. Perform practice drills
6. Technology Support for Instructional Continuity
7. Course Instructional Continuity Plan