Continuity Planning
For Instructors at the University of Toronto
Contact your department/division regarding policies and procedures governing the administration of courses (e.g., syllabus templates, grading and grade reporting policies, sessional dates, instructor absences, assignment extensions).
In-class instruction guidelines for instructor returning to campus this term:
- In-Class Instruction Guidelines for Course Instructors (PDF)
- Review your divisional plan
- Visit and prepare your classroom
- Connect with your teaching team
- Connect with your students
- In-Class Instruction-First Class Mini Guide (or PDF)
- In-Class Instruction Guidelines – First Class or Tutorial Slide Deck (PPT)
Updated guidelines on the use/purchase of digital learning materials:
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SUPPORT FOR DESIGNING ONLINE/REMOTE COURSES
- Self-guided design: Use online guidance and tutorials to create your course [*New Resource: Teaching Online/Remotely — Planning for Next Term] or learn how to do specific tasks in Quercus
- Webinars and events: Visit U of T’s Global Calendar to Support Online/Remote Teaching or view recorded videos of past webinars
- Connect with experts: Get one-on-one support on using Quercus or consult with a CTSI staff member on your course design
ACCESSIBILITY SUPPORTS
- Tips for Accessibility When Moving to Online Course Delivery [PDF]
- Accessibility Checklist for Faculty During Continuity Planning [PDF]
- Accessibility and Accommodation Options in Quercus Quizzes (video 13:46 min)
- Visit Accessibility Services on St. George, UTM and UTSC for additional information
EQUITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (EDI) IN ONLINE TEACHING
- See the guidance from U of T’s EDI office on Creating an Inclusive Online Environment (PDF)
- In your syllabus and Quercus course shell, include the following text that reflects current academic policies:
The University of Toronto is committed to equity, human rights and respect for diversity. All members of the learning environment in this course should strive to create an atmosphere of mutual respect where all members of our community can express themselves, engage with each other, and respect one another’s differences. U of T does not condone discrimination or harassment against any persons or communities.
LIBRARY SUPPORT
- Help from the Libraries for your online teaching, learning and research
- Faculty liaison librarians for library research consultations
- Syllabus service for course readings and reserves
SUPPORT FOR TAs
- Academic Continuity at U of T: Tip Sheet for TAs
- Essential Information for Teaching Assistants on Quercus
GUIDING STUDENTS
- Instructor Guide to Supporting Students in Online Learning Environments (PDF)
- Getting Ready for Online (a student-facing web resource)
- Teaching online soon? What students want… (OISE instructor blog post)
- Academic Success Module
- Student Online Course Planning and Resources (PDF)
- Take-Home and Online Exams (PDF)
- COVID-19 Information for University of Toronto Students (FAQ)
- Quercus Student Guide
- Student Guide to Other Tools
COURSE EVALUATIONS
- For important information regarding course evaluations during affected terms, please consult the Course Evaluations tab in Quercus
CONTINUITY PLANNING ARCHIVE
- COVID-19–Planning for Completing Courses this Term (Provost’s Office memo)
- Checklist for Continuity Planning
- Quick Guide Continuity Planning
- Voting to modify methods of evaluation
- Contacting students during a disruption
- Turnitin Guidelines
- Accommodated Testing Services – message regarding COVID-19
- Provost’s Office Course Evaluation Memo
- Winter 2020 Course Evaluations Letter (pdf)
- 5 Tips for Students: Transitioning to Your Online Learning Courses