Like many other colleges and universities across the country, Plymouth State is preparing for the possibility of the spread of COVID19 within our community. As this situation develops, several units on campus have created (and are continuing to update) resources to help faculty transition to online/remote teaching.ย
Teaching Effectively During Times of Disruption
This guide from PSU Academic Technology (PDF) provides practical advice and steps for using various digital tools for teaching online.
Continuity with Care
These resources from the Open CoLab will help you consider how to stay flexible and realistic about your expectations, and how to care for yourself and your students.
Emergency Remote Learning Quickstart Guide
We've created this quick list of key principles and first steps to consider as you move your course to remote delivery
Resources for Struggling Students
We are assembling a short list of resources and links that you may find useful to send to students.
Rule of 2's: Keeping it Simple as You Go Remote for COVID19
If you're looking for a specific approach to tackling a shift in your course and pedagogy, check out our Rule of 2's worksheet (and example).
Remote Learning Resources
We are building this list of online resources, tips, news, and tools as we find them. Feel free to reach out and suggest additions.
Ways to Get Help
If you need assistance with modifying your class or providing support to a student, several units on campus are available to help.ย
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Query the Remote Teaching Support Team!
This Microsoft Teams channel has been set up specifically to answer questions you might have about transitioning your teaching. It is monitored M-F 8:30am-5pm.
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Email the CoLab
If you want to consult with someone about the pedagogical choices you're making, reach out to psu-open@plymouth.edu and we will reply within one business day.
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Email the Help Desk
If you need help with specific technology or tools, reach out to helpdesk@plymouth.edu and we will reply within one business day.
Official PSU COVID19 Updates
Keep an eye on the official PSU Web page about the University's response to the coronavirus outbreak.