La Salle University issued the following announcement.
For months, students across the country and around the world have turned their dining rooms, bedrooms, and living rooms into temporary classrooms.
The COVID-19 pandemic has interrupted traditional, face-to-face instruction for students everywhere. Colleges and universities like La Salle University have shifted to remote learning to prioritize the safety and health of its campus community and avoid interruptions to learning.
For some, the notion of learning through mobile applications, online dashboards, and virtual course materials might seem daunting.
Here are tips and best practices for students as they engage in their virtual coursework:
Getting started
Download the mobile versions of Canvas, Zoom, and OneDrive. These systems and platforms offer free downloads in the Google Play and Apple Stores, for both Apple and Android devices. They are also available through the myLaSalle portal. Also, be sure to download La Salle University’s mobile app for access to the latest information from the University. Access Office365 for Microsoft documents like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Familiarize yourself with Canvas
Canvas will serve as the most valuable tool for La Salle students who are engaged in remote learning. The platform provides access to video lectures that bring course material to life, as well as discussion boards that help you connect and share ideas with your classmates, downloadable resources and course materials, access to your professors, assignment due dates, and live video classroom time.
Ask for help
Stay connected with your professors and ask questions, especially if you need academic support. On the tech side, La Salle’s IT team is available to help. Submit a Help Desk request or email helpdesk@lasalle.edu with routine technology-related questions. Students can report more-urgent tech needs with a special prompt through IT’s phone system, at 215-951-1860.
Set a schedule
Remote learning requires a different approach than what you might be used to. That’s OK. Create a schedule that accounts for study time, completion of assignments, and any face-to-face learning through Zoom or other digital media. As part of this process, identify a dedicated study space that meets your learning needs. This will help you remain as productive and successful as possible.
Communicate often
Check your La Salle email regularly. Speak with your professors about their available office hours. Some may prefer email or phone calls, while others might opt for a quick check-in on Zoom. Stay connected with your classmates, too, and offer one another motivation and guidance. And if you are struggling, ask classmates or professors for help.
Stay organized
Create to-do lists. Set calendar reminders for any pressing or upcoming assignment due dates.
Take care of yourself
La Salle prioritizes the wellness of the students, faculty, and staff in our University community. Our move to remote learning is to ensure we all stay healthy. Remember to wear cloth face coverings, wash your hands regularly, and maintain physical distancing. Call your health care provider if you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms. The University’s COVID-19 page features more information.
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