
As we make the sudden transition to teaching online, here are some things to keep in mind.
Your students are probably as anxious as you are about moving online. Communicating with them about the changes coming to the course and letting them know to check their SCSU email and Blackboard for updates.
Using tools that are supported by the University and may already be familiar to students is highly recommended. Because this abrupt move to online teaching involves a big change for both students and faculty, using familiar tools will reduce the stress added by having to learn new skills and having those skills differ from course to course. SCSU recommends the following tools to help you and your students have a good online learning experience:
As we move online some of the assignments or activities may not be realistic. As you make changes, please keep in mind any applicable university policies. Make sure you communicate all changes to your students.
With the tremendous upheaval that this has created in everyone's lives, consider the fact that students may have to deal with childcare, family issues, and work disruptions.
Create and communicate a plan that includes how students can contact you and when and how your office hours will be held.
Communicate deadlines for assignments and activities however, because of the ongoing situation, consider being flexible and providing extensions.