Things to Do Should CUNY Close Campuses

• Identify a clear mode of communication that will allow you to communicate course changes with students
• Create an online course location where students know they can visit
• Select a tool/method for distributing documents and readings
• Choose central place where students will turn in assignments
• Set up online space for class or group discussions
• Set up a method/tool for holding online office hours
• Determine how you will provide students with feedback on assignments and distribute final grades (while still maintaining student rights to privacy)
• Identify, establish, communicate new expectations for students
  • Collect details about the closure or event
  • Check with your department
  • Communicate with your students as soon as possible, even if just to let them know more details are coming
  • Consider realistic goals for continuing instruction:
    • What do you think you can realistically accomplish during this time period?
    • Do you think you can maintain your original syllabus and schedule?
    • Do you hope students will keep up with the reading with some assignments to add structure and accountability?
    • Do you just want to keep them engaged with the course content somehow?
  • Review your course schedule to determine priorities and simplify if needed
  • Review your syllabus for points that must change
    • What will have to temporarily change in your syllabus (policies, due dates, assignments, etc.)
  • Articulate clearly new expectations for students
  • Create and share a more detailed course plan