| Attendance Strategy | Good option if… | Cautions | Learn More |
| Synchronous streaming via Zoom | A significant portion of the class cannot attend in-person Students can engage with one another via chat, breakout rooms, or collaborative platforms Class mostly engages in discussion and group work | Requires close monitoring of chat and Zoom screen to engage with students online and facilitate interactions between students Need time before class to ensure complete tech set up Students who experience difficulties with connection may not be readily assisted Limited or no access to work on classroom-based whiteboards | Classroom Technology Overview Using Zoom in Canvas Using Zoom in a Classroom Using a Document Camera as a Whiteboard Replacement in Zoom ReFocus Online Resource Guide: Run a Synchronous Meeting in Zoom |
| Class recording posted in Canvas | Class session largely lecture or demonstration Recording available to all students for review or follow-up activities | Timely upload of recording is key–need to factor in processing time and schedule Student must find time outside of scheduled class time to review recording Passive learning experience if no activities or engagement opportunities available | Zoom Cloud Recording Transitioning Recordings from the Zoom Cloud Using Zoom in Canvas |
Asynchronous online participation/activity | Class session focused on individual work progress and/or reflective activities Student situation requires flexibility (e.g. symptoms more severe, medical appointments) Group work is situated on a collaborative platform for easy sharing and discussion | Activity cannot be ‘busy work’–activity should be designed for meaning and equity to in-person session (if being held) Feedback crucial, whether from peers and/or instructor, to prevent isolation (i.e., student should not just be communicating with the screen, but needs connection to others in course) | ReFocus Online: Engagement ReFocus Online: Course Assignments & Feedback ReFocus Online Resource Guide: Set Up Asynchronous Discussions |