Yep- this is March Madness.
Normally that term is reserved for post-season college basketball.
Today March Madness has taken on new connotations- that few of us ever anticipated.
(I have known this kid's parents for over 40 years, so I just had to:)
In this March Madness currently affecting us and the rest of world, institutions that are staying open are moving almost all classes online. (You know what I'm talking about, Willis)
- Where do we start?
- What tools are available for instructors?
- For students?
- What support is needed for instructors? Students?
- What have other institutions created?
- What lessons can we apply from other colleges' experiences with other national challenges? 911? Katrina?
- What are common themes that institutions have addressed?
Enough already??!!!
Priority #1- Welfare and Safety of Students, Faculty, and Staff
Since the original March Madness has been cancelled, I have been looking and listening for what academics are doing. Twitter, listservs, email have been my go-tos.
From instructors who teach for Duke University in China to a president who lead his university back from Katrina, people and caring for their needs was at the top of everyone's list.
How to Lead in a Crisis- Disaster advice-Former Tulane President during Katrina
Dear Students-Letter noting Personal, Academic, Social Challenges
Teaching Effectively in Times of Disruption-Stanford
Resources:
How to Lead in a Crisis- Disaster advice-Former Tulane President during Katrina
Dear Students-Letter noting Personal, Academic, Social Challenges
Teaching Effectively in Times of Disruption-Stanford
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