Just because we are all socially distant at the moment does not mean you have to lose touch with your students. There are numerous excellent tools and techniques right now that will allow you to stay connected to your learners.

• Send out surveys to gauge how students are doing academically and emotionally, and follow up on responses!

• Create an online community using collaboration tools to give everyone a voice.

• Hold small group meetings using a video conferencing tool.

• Have an “Ask the Instructor” discussion board where students can post questions to you.

• Find ways to make the learning experience personal for your students (using simple codes can personalize your LMS and emails).