Inclement weather and emergency w88 online game operations: guide for teaching faculty

The purpose of the guide is to provide faculty members with resources for navigating unforeseen circumstances such as inclement weather or emergencies that may result in campus closure and disrupt traditional teaching operations. In the event of a communicated campus closure, our goal is to help faculty members to effectively communicate with students, transition to w88 online game teaching formats when necessary, maintain flexibility in their teaching approaches, and adhere to emergency procedures to ensure the continuity of learning despite unexpected disruptions.

Determining move to w88 online game operations

The decision to close the main campus and/or satellite campuses is vested with the President or designee(s). Please see the w88 online game’s w88 online live casino weather policy page for more information on determining factors and procedures in a w88 online game.
Once the decision has been made to move to w88 online game operations, campus will be notified in the following ways:

  • Messaging w88 online game posted to the University’s social media channels and local news media w88 online game updated.
  • A text message and email w88 online game sent via the Emergency w88 online sports system.
  • A campus-wide email w88 online game sent.
  • A banner w88 online game posted on the University’s homepage at unr.edu.

Communicating with w88 online game

Effective communication with students during inclement weather or emergencies is crucial for ensuring their safety and maintaining continuity in learning. Here are some guidelines for w88 online game members:

Use multiple w88 online game: Communicate with w88 online game using the agreed-upon channel listed in your syllabus, but also consider communicating via additional channels to ensure messages reach w88 online game. This may include using

  • the w88 online game Inbox tool
  • the Announcements tool within w88 online game course on WebCampus
  • the w88 online game’ external email addresses (which can be found by logging in to MyNevada, accessing your course, and clicking on Course Roster).

w88 online game timely updates: Communicate any changes to class schedules, assignments, or expectations as soon as possible. Timely updates help w88 online game plan accordingly and alleviate any confusion or anxiety.

w88 online game relevant information: Provide w88 online game with all relevant details, including the reason for the communication, any actions they need to take, and any resources or support available to them.

Acknowledge w88 online game concerns: Acknowledge any concerns or questions w88 online game may have and address them promptly. Let w88 online game know that their safety and well-being are a priority. Offer reassurance to w88 online game during challenging times and remind them of the university's support services and resources available to them.

Transitioning to w88 online game teaching

Instructors may choose to transition their face-to-face classes temporarily to w88 online game teaching during n communicated campus closure. Transitioning classes to w88 online game formats, whether synchronous or asynchronous, requires careful planning and consideration of various factors.

Instructors will need to decide whether synchronous (real-time) or asynchronous (flexible time) formats are most appropriate for w88 online game course content and student needs.

Synchronous w88 online game Teaching

In w88 online game w88 online game teaching, the instructor and students are online at the same time. Course material is delivered and discussions occur in real time, using a web conferencing tool like Zoom. If you decide to move your regularly scheduled class session to Zoom, you will need to do the following:

Schedule your class meeting in w88 online game

You can set up your class session in w88 online game in one of two ways:

Notify your w88 online game of the move to Zoom

Regardless of how you set up the meeting, you will need to notify w88 online game of the move to Zoom as soon as you can. You can do this via your established communication channels (e.g., a message or announcement via WebCampus, or an email).

w88 online game may access Zoom sessions using the Zoom course menu link in WebCampus. However, if you choose not to use the Zoom WebCampus integration to create the session, the link to the session can instead be put in a course message, or in a course announcement.

Plan your w88 online game class session

Please review ODL’s page for tips to get started w88 online game with Zoom.

You will want to determine what to cover in your class session, and how it might differ from what you would do in your face-to-face classroom. Consider that some students may be more affected by an emergency than others or may miss communication about the move to w88 online game instruction. This may affect the amount of material you attempt to cover, or the activities you ask students to participate in during the synchronous session. Prioritize teaching content that is immediately relevant to students' understanding of key concepts or their ability to complete upcoming assignments or assessments.

Record the w88 online game for flexibility

Some w88 online game may not make it to your live Zoom session, so make sure to record the session. You can then make the session available to all w88 online game after the session concludes.

Asynchronous w88 online game teaching

In an w88 online game online course, course materials (lectures, readings, discussion forums, assessments, etc.) are prepared in advance and are made available for w88 online game to access and engage with on their own schedules. Asynchronous courses do not include set meeting times. If you decide to move your regularly scheduled class session to an asynchronous format, you will need to do the following:

Notify your w88 online game about the transition to asynchronous learning.

Clearly explain the reasons for the change and provide instructions on accessing course materials and participating in asynchronous activities. You can do this via w88 online game established communication channels (e.g., a message or announcement via WebCampus, or an email).

Prepare w88 online game

Gather and organize course materials such as lecture slides, readings, videos, and assignments in w88 online game. Ensure that all materials are accessible, well-structured, and clearly labeled to facilitate student navigation and engagement.

You may consider recording w88 online game own asynchronous lecture videos.

You may also consider using already created video content available on YouTube or other streaming services, or from w88 online game textbook publisher.

Create w88 online game activities

Develop asynchronous learning activities that align with course objectives and promote active w88 online game engagement. Consider incorporating a mix of individual assignments, discussions, and quizzes to enhance learning outcomes. Provide clear instructions for each asynchronous learning activity, including objectives, expectations, deadlines (if applicable), and guidelines for participation.

Considerations for both synchronous and asynchronous w88 online game instruction

  • w88 online game structured guidance: Organize w88 online game materials and instructions in a structured manner on the LMS, providing clear guidance on navigating content, completing assignments, and participating in discussions.
  • Be flexible with w88 online game: Extend deadlines for assignments and assessments to accommodate students' adjustment to w88 online game learning. Offer flexibility and understanding during this transition period.
  • w88 online game supportively: Maintain open lines of communication with w88 online game, offering support, reassurance, and encouragement during the transition. Address any concerns or questions promptly and empathetically.
  • Prioritize w88 online game well-being: Prioritize the well-being and safety of w88 online game, recognizing the potential stress and uncertainty they may be experiencing during emergencies.