When I think back on some of the teaching experiences that. I have had with online synchronous, hybrid, and F2F only. I have found that I am increasingly frustrated with the online and hybrid. It is difficult to near impossible to read body language or facial expressions since when students have been online there is a black box. For me it gives me a feeling of disconnect as I am unable to visually see when students are lost in a concept or struggling with a topic. Especially sensitive topics that can cause emotional responses such as discussion around death, suicidality. I was initially excited to engage in online as all my prior experiences had been through continuing ed where it was mandatory to have cameras on. So this was an initial shock and has been difficult for me to be as engageful around incorporating hybrid options into my courses. I have also been given feedback from students when they have had partners online that there are feelings of disconnection on both sides. This has come through especially when students are engaged in simulations and role play.