At this site you will find resources to help prepare you to modify your course in the case of an emergency.
Some sort of circumstance has forced you to migration your class to the internet, or teach entirely without the internet. How will you manage this change, or stay engaged with students?
Obviously, if use of the internet is suspended, you will rely on face-to-face interaction and paper. But what if your classroom is no longer available?
Your first step to ensure you have a reliable PC or Laptop computer, and possibly a microphone and speakers. Then, there are several course operations to consider:
You need to make sure your computer is ready to teach online.
Some faculty prefer to learn about core tools available, first.
The Canisius Academic Affairs Division offers workshops to help faculty prepare their courses for possible crises.
Your fellow faculty are ready to help you translate your course to online tools and methods. Contact a mentor today!
If you are on Facebook, you can join the conversation among your fellow faculty there. Email Jonathan Lawrence to join. (lawrenc7@canisius.edu)