Teaching Handbook

See the Teaching During Covid page for information about safety in the classroom, masking, vaccination, Covid assessment and diagnosis, and campus resources.

Where can I get help with course design and development?

If you are interested in course design for distance education, you can attend a course or training facilitated by an Instructional Designer. You can also contact your ID team and ask for a consultation.

Where can I find descriptions of different course modalities?

See the Distance Education Course Modalities definition page.

How do I make my Moodle page more accessible?

Go to the ID Services accessibility page.

What information am I required to include on my syllabus?

See the COPPS policy on Course Syllabus Information. Or you can make a copy of a syllabus template that is updated by our Instructional Design team!

How do I order my books?

You can order your books online at www.lanetitanstore.com. At the bottom of the page, select "Online Adoptions" under "Resources". Log in or set up a new account. First time users will use the password "2185". Or, stay tuned for emails from the Titan Store that provide course adoption forms that you can email into bookadoptions@lanecc.edu.

How can I put books on reserve for my students?

Place materials on reserve here.

How can I learn more about Fair Use/ copyright?

Go to the Library website's guide to Fair Use.

How can I save money for my students through Open Educational Resources?

This guide is intended to help faculty and students at Lane Community College learn about OER, re-purpose existing content, and create new resources to share.

Where can I learn more about best practices with Hyflex, hybrid, or online courses?

Your Instructional Design team is constantly researching trends in best practices and learning from LCC faculty what works best in course design and delivery strategies that best help LCC students succeed in a variety of instructional modalities. Instructional Designers are available for course design consultation.

How can I request a library session for my classes?

Request a library session here.

Does the Library support my students' research projects?

Yes! Librarians are available to help students navigate research online using Ask Us Chat or through email. Provide these services in your Moodle site using the Library's widgets for Research Help.

How can I help support my students in developing their information literacy?

The Library Research Toolkit will help your students find, evaluate, and cite sources, and apply critical thinking to information from the Library and the open web.

Where can I find descriptions of different course modalities?

See the Distance Education Course Modalities definition page.

What is Moodle and what can I use it for?

Moodle is Lane's Learning Management System (LMS). You can use Moodle to share written and recorded course materials, facilitate online discussions, have your students take quizzes or tests, share grades with your students, etc. Online and hybrid courses should use Moodle as their platform, but Moodle is also a helpful resource for in-person courses.

How can I learn how to integrate my pedagogy into Moodle's capabilities?

Contact Instructional Design services for a consultation on how technology can support your teaching.

When I have any questions about how to use Moodle, who do I contact?

If you need help accessing and understanding how to use the components in your Moodle site you can contact the ATC (Academic Technology Center).

Can I have a practice Moodle site to test ideas and/or begin development on my next course?

Yes, you can! This is called a Moodle Development shell and all you have to do is contact the ATC and request one.

What is Zoom?

Zoom is a video communication app that you can use with your students. All instructors have a free account with Zoom through LCC.

How do I and/or my students get a zoom account?

See the ATC's guide to Getting Started with Zoom. Here is a Zoom FAQ for students. If you still have questions, contact the ATC.

What are some strategies for active engagement during synchronous instruction?

Contact your Instructional Design team for ideas and strategies!

What security settings should I make sure are enabled to prevent "zoom bombing" and other nonsense?

The ATC recommends faculty follow these security settings.

How do I access my LCC Google account (GSuite)?

Go to drive.google.com and log in using your Lane account. If this doesn't work, see the Google Suite guide on setting up your account. If you need help, contact the Academic Technology Center (ATC).

Where can I learn more about what Google tools we have available to us and how to use them?

For a deeper dive, contact the Academic Technology Center.

Where can I learn more about promoting active discussion in the classroom?

See FPD's Teaching and Learning Guide for links to articles about pedagogy.

What should I do if I am worried about or feel threatened by a student?

See the Problem-Solving Student Issues page. If you believe you are in danger, call Public Safety at 541-463-5555.

How many hours a week should I hold office hours, and in which modalities?

See the COPPS policy on office hours. Note that faculty are not currently required to hold office hours in person due to Covid safety requirements.

How can I get in touch with my students?

You can email students through your Moodle site by either using "Quickmail" or by posting an announcement to the "News and Announcements" forum. Students will be able to email you back directly if you use Quickmail, but will not be able to do so if you use the News and Announcements forum. You can also email your students through ExpressLane by going to your "Class List" and clicking "Email Class."

How do I enter grades?

Go to Express Lane. Click on Faculty and Advisor Services. Click on Final Grades.

How do I give an incomplete?

Go to Express Lane. Click on Faculty and Advisor Services. Click on Final Grades. Enter "I." Then, log in to Etrieve. Click on "Forms" and scroll down to find the Incomplete form (under "Employees - ES). Once the student has completed their work, log back into Etrieve. Click on "Forms" and scroll down to find the "ES - Change of Course or Added Grade" form. See COPPS: Incomplete Grade for more information about incomplete grades.

How do I change a grade?

Contact your department's Administrative Support Specialist to get a grade change form.

Where can I learn more about grading methods?

Attend Faculty Professional Development workshops and events! Also, see FPD's Teaching and Learning Guide.

How do I accommodate students with disabilities?

Use the Center for Accessible Resources' Faculty Handbook or contact CAR.

How can I learn more about equity and inclusion in the classroom?

Attend professional development talks, workshops, and discussions sponsored by Faculty Professional Development and the Office of Equity and Inclusion. Enroll in FPD's Inclusive Teaching Moodle site.

Is there a central hub for student support?

Yes! Tutoring, Early Outreach, the SHeD, Financial Aid, Enrollment Services, International Student Services, Peer Mentors and Career Exploration, the Center for Accessible Resources, the Gender Equity Center, and the Multicultural Center all have drop-in help available this fall in the Zoom Support Hub. You are encouraged to include this Zoom link in your syllabus and on your Moodle site: lanecc.edu/hub. This link will take students directly into a Zoom meeting, where they will be redirected to the appropriate program.

Hours of operation:

9-5 Monday,

9-8 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

9-5 Friday

11-2 Saturday starting Week 3

What resources are available to help my students academically?

Early Outreach, supports students who are at risk of not succeeding, are overwhelmed or are not achieving their full potential. If you have concerns about a student and think they might benefit from support, feel free to make a referral.

Academic and Tutoring Services.

TRiO/TRiO STEM, supports first-generation students, students with a disability, and/or low-income students.

Academic Advising.

Where can my students get help with Moodle, Zoom, Google, and other course-related technology?

The Student HelpDesk (SHeD). The SHeD link is a really great link to have in your syllabus and on your course page.

What resources are available to help my students who are struggling financially?

When campus is open, the No-Cash Clothing Stash and the Snack Shack support students with basic needs.

The Rainy Day Pantry is open on Tuesdays from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

The Student Engagement Division provides one-time emergency grants of $300 for students. See here for the application.

Housing Information for Lane Students provides information about affordable housing, shelters, and food banks.

The OEA (Oregon Education Association) provides small emergency grants for students.

Financial Assistance.

What resources are available to help my students with their emotional and physical health?

The Counseling Center or the Mental Health and Wellness Center.

The Lane Health Clinic and Dental Clinic provide accessible, low-cost health care.

How do I get keys to a new classroom?

Ask your department admin to contact Public Safety to request keys for spaces you need access.

How do I check out equipment related to teaching with technology?

See "How to Obtain Equipment."

What should I do if I have a problem with the technology in my classroom (i.e. Smart podium, projector, internet connection, classroom computer(s))?

Contact the IT Help Desk for all classroom technology needs.

Where can I find links to articles and websites about pedagogy?

Faculty Professional Development' s Teaching and Learning Guide shares many pedagogical links on topics like online teaching, backward design, learning outcomes, writing a syllabus, etc. You are also encouraged to sign up for FPD's Inclusive Teaching Moodle site, which shares recordings of previous talks sponsored by FPD as well as links related to inclusive teaching, anti-racist pedagogy, trauma-informed teaching, and more.

Does Lane offer any synchronous activities (online or in-person) focused on pedagogical development?

Yes, Faculty Professional Development sponsors talks, workshops, and discussions focused on inclusive teaching as well as challenges to civic discourse in the classroom like misinformation, mistrust of science, and extremism.

Instructional Design offers courses, workshops, and discussions focused on online pedagogy and teaching with technology.

You are also welcome to propose a Faculty Inquiry Group (FIG). FIGS are self-guided inquiry-based faculty groups that are supported in investigating a topic of interest in teaching and learning.

Join us in the CTL classroom (Center Building, Room 303) for in-person scholarship and collaboration!