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Make a short video in which you introduce yourself, tell them about why you like this (field, subject matter, course) and whatever else you might want to share
Open your Zoom session early to allow students to chat or ask a question not in front of the class. Let them know you will stick around after the Zoom session as well to answer questions
Send class agenda one week early to prompt discussion
Use RocketChat (embedded in Blackboard) or some other messaging system that allows students to contact you
Provide a “Homework Help Day” (vs “office hours”) via Zoom or Collaborate
Use interactive support software (Socrative, Survey Monkey, Plickers)
Consider giving a midterm course evaluation to get some feedback on how things are going
Follow up with students individually, especially those who are falling behind
Arrange 1 on 1 virtual meetings with students to discuss assignments
Make a habit of returning emails quickly
Make yourself available to your students