Together we can get through this disruptive time if we take methodical steps, adjust our expectations, and tell ourselves that the disruption is temporary. Remember to take care of yourself, and encourage your students to take care of themselves, too. This guide is designed to help instructors plan to teach remotely in as thoughtful a way as possible.
- CTL Consultations
- Forward FOCUS (Feedback on Course Understanding and Skills)
- Assistance with Remote Learning Technology
- Remote Teaching Online Resources
Teaching Consultations
Make an appointment: CTL is offering individual scheduled teaching consultations to faculty. Please complete our consultation request form and a CTL consultant will be in contact with you. If have any questions, feel free to email ctl@umass.edu.
Forward Focus
For information on the voluntary and confidential course feedback method developed by the CTL, visit our Forward FOCUS webpage.
Assistance with Remote Learning Technology
The IDEAS group provides assistance for remote learning technologies, including Moodle, Blackboard, Echo, Zoom, and other UMass-supported instructional software. To contact them, email instruct@umass.edu or facline@umass.edu. Or visit their drop-in Zoom sessions Monday – Friday from 9am – 4pm. You can also get IT help by visiting: https://www.umass.edu/it/disruptionresilience/help
Resources for Remote Teaching
Getting Started
Getting Ready to Teach Remotely
Teaching with Empathy and Compassion During Times of Crisis
Course (re)Design
Prioritizing Learning Goals and Activities
Teaching Large Classes Remotely
Accessing Course Materials and Textbooks
Learning Environment
Social Presence While Remote Teaching
Instructional Strategies
Students Working Remotely in Groups
Fostering Student Participation in Remote Learning Environments
Assessing Learning
Assessing Learning and Providing Feedback
Exams, Papers, and Presentations
Academic Integrity and Honesty in Remote Teaching and Learning
