Whittemore Library: Remote Learning Resources: Maintaining Equity and Inclusion in Remote Learning

Welcome

We remain committed to maintaining a focus on equity and access for our students as we move to remote learning. Below you will find several resources that halp us understand the unique challenges that students (particularly from underserved populations may face in remote learning experiences. These resources also provide strategies and considerations to guide your teaching practice during this transition and beyond.

The guide is a living document. New resources will be added as they are discovered.

Resources on Maintainng Equity and Inclusion in Remote Learning Environments

Key Resources

Centering Equity in the Virtual Campus Environment: Quick Tips & Considerations
This document is a collaboration between the FSU Office of Diversity, Inclusion, and Community Engagement and CELTSS.

San Diego State University - Maintaining Diversity and Inclusion in Virtual Learning Environments
This resources from San Diego State University includes tips on:
1. Accessibility
2. Flexibility
3. Being identity-concious
4. Being proactive
5. Being relational
6. Transparency
Rice University - Inclusion, Equity, and Access While Teaching Remotely
This resource from Rice University includes tips on how to:
1. Addressing unequal access to technology
2. Providing a balance between asynchronous and synchronous tools and course materials
3. Creating an environment that includes and values all students

Additional Resources

You Have To Put Your Class Online: Simple Things to Think About
An Equitable Transition to Online Learning – Flexibility, Low Bandwidth, Cell Phones, and more
Teaching Effectively During Times of Disruption, for SIS and PWR
Accessible Teaching in the Time of COVID-19
As Coronavirus Spreads, the Decision to Move Classes Online Is the First Step. What Comes Next?
Moving Online Now: How to Keep Teaching During Coronavirus
Note: This "free" resource from the Chronicle of Higher Education requires you enter your email and campus address to download it.

Strategies for Remote Instruction

ITS and ETO Teaching Your Classes Remotly Guide
This resource created by FSU ITS and ETO outlines which tools FSU provides to aid in remote instruction.
Remote Teaching Resources for Business Continuity
Google Spreadsheet with links to how other universities are handling remote instruction.
University of Maryland - Keep Teaching During Prolonged Campus or Building Closer
This resource from University of Maryland lays out things to consider when moving to remote instruction. It includes links to tools specific to University of Maryland. Check the FSU ITS and ETO guide linked above for the tools available at FSU.