Consider these strategies to support students in the transition to remote learning:

• Reduce workload for students on the first week as everyone adjusts to the new environment

• Consider sending out a survey to your students to get their input/expectations

• Focus on community; consider online ice-breakers to get everyone used to the new environment

• Talk about your plan for the period of remote learning; review your course outline and critical path with your students, and discuss any changes to the assessment structure

• Be open to students’ suggestions and ideas (where possible and appropriate)

• As soon as possible, take the opportunity to set the tone in terms of norms and expectations

• Wherever possible, be as flexible with students as possible; consider which activities need to be completed at the same time, and which can be done asynchronously so that students can be self-directed in their learning

• Recognize the students may have feelings about the time apart; reassure students that you are all in this together, and that you are there to help them be successful

Resources for Student Support

• Website: Humber Online

• Email: olc@humber.ca

Library Supports

• Research Help: is available online. We have added quick links to Research Support and Research Appointment pages on the library website.

• Borrowed Materials and Library Fines: Common questions about borrowed materials and library fines are covered on our Borrowing Services page.

• Library Technical Support & Accessibility: Use the Contact Us page to inquire about library-related technical issues and accessibility support.