This route is for most faculty that have not already been teaching through an LMS in an online or mostly online layout. The overall experience for your students will primarily involve watching recordings you create, reading the book or materials shared when communicating with students, and faculty assisting students with questions they asking during their self-study. The most important thing to remember is that you are not expected to hold a perfect course. We can only do our best to overcome the challenges this presents in a short amount of time.
Communication
Communicate with students through the Henderson email.
Student anxiety is high. Respond to email, preferably within 12 hours, no later than 48 hours.
Sharing information and knowledge with students
Decide on the medium you will use to share materials, whether email or a cloud storage location (Dropbox).
Communicate and ensure that your students can access your chosen resource.
See our Technology page if you need some assistance making a decision and the available tools.
Share the videos and documents you create for your students in a timely manner.
Assessing learning and growth - This may require changes to your original coursework. It is recommended to assign asynchronous work whenever possible. This would usually include assignments, projects, or video presentations. They should submit documents or videos through your chosen medium.
Provide assistance or answer questions - Common questions will typically be answered through emails. These can include a video walk-through or explanations if needed. For individual questions, many faculty may want to consider a virtual meeting, phone calls, or email.
The online teaching route is recommended for professors already familiar with online teaching, and for courses that are already set up in an online layout. Students are adjusting as well. Switching your class to a fully online format can create significant challenges for students, even those who are already familiar with online courses.
Communication
Use the email and announcement features inside of Canvas.
Student anxiety is high. Respond to email, preferably within 12 hours, no later than 48 hours.
Sharing information and knowledge with students
Share information primarily through recordings, handouts, and synchronous meetings.
See our Technology page for the available tools.
Be sure to consider student technology limitations when deciding the best method to teach your students.
Contact Jacob Mills if you have questions or need assistance with these decisions.
Assessing learning and growth - This typically involves creating discussion boards, assignments, and quizzes inside of Canvas. Also, consider presentations through video recordings or synchronous meetings.
Provide assistance or answer questions - Common questions will typically be answered through announcements or emails. These can include a video walk-through or explanations if needed. For individual questions, many faculty may want to consider a virtual meeting, phone calls, or email.
Challenges and Hurdles for Students (page being developed)