Getting Ready for Online & Hybrid Learning - Inform Yourself

Learning communities

What is a learning community? - This short article describes the benefits of treating your online class as a learning community.

Source: Long Island University

Breakout rooms on Zoom have the potential to be super awkward, but doesn't mean they have to be. Just like with meeting anyone in person, you really have to be open and receptive to getting to know someone.

Abby, SCU LEVL Up Student Leader

Gaby's story: Starting virtual study groups

Tips for Effective Online Study Groups

How to create an online study group - This article outlines advantages and steps to make effective study groups.

Source: College of New England

Tools for online study groups

Use Google docs to take study group meeting notes
Use StudyBlue or Quizlet to create digital flashcards as a group

Abby's story: Community in online classes; being open-minded to work with classmates

Tips for active participation in online environments

Zoom participant etiquette - tips from Campus Suite:
- Mute your microphone if you aren’t talking
- Turn off video
- Use your real name
- Be on time
- Only post chat messages relevant to the lessons
Online Discussions: Tips for Students - This U of Waterloo article give tips on writing useful discussion posts and effective replies.
The Practice of Participation in an Online Course - This OnlineUniversities.com article describes why and how to participate in online classes.