Supporting Current Protocols

In working with the Department Chairs and Assistant Deans this week, several items were suggested that might help faculty address students who are not wearing face coverings in classrooms. The following outlines reminders about classroom signage, face masks, and addressing students who are not wearing masks.

Referencing Classroom Signage

All classrooms have been updated with signage that indicates face coverings are required like the one seen below.

Similarly, if you would like to place a sign outside your office indicating that face coverings are required, you are free to print the sample posted on the Faculty Guidance FAQs. Look for the question titled, "Can I require face coverings in my office?"

Face Masks Still Available

fdasAcademic Affairs still has a supply of face masks available for you to take and give to students as needed. If you would like to pick up a pack, please contact Sue Terhark to arrange a time. 

Talking Points and Escalation Process

Professional Development

Over the summer, the Online Learning Office and Academic Technology hosted a number of helpful webinars that provide information on how to more effectively use Moodle and other tools. The two recordings included below may prove particularly helpful at this point in the semester as you set up and begin to utilize your gradebook. An advantage is that these videos can also be shared with Teaching Assistants. 

Zoom Ninja 1: Becoming a Zoom Ninja

Do you want to be agile and effective with your Zoom skills? Do you want to discover useful ways to employ Zoom features, such as Breakout Rooms? This webinar will help you learn more about Zoom's features, how to effectively manage your virtual session, and tips for getting the most from Zoom. Watch Recording (51:22)

Zoom Ninja 2: Honing Your Zoom Ninja Skills

Take your Zoom skills to the next level! This webinar will help you explore some intermediate techniques and functions in Zoom and how to use them in the virtual community. We also discuss how to deal with “Zoombombers.” Watch Recording (32:38)

Your Feedback is Appreciated!

If you have any feedback you'd like to share on the return to campus or other items, you are invited to do so through this anonymous form (feel free to include your name if you'd like). As we seek to lead effectively with wisdom, understanding, insight, and kindness, we appreciate hearing your thoughts. Thank you, Colleagues!