Sample Student Email/Announcement

Dear Students

To ensure the health and wellness of students and staff during this time, I have created opportunities to attend class virtually. Access to these virtual sessions can be found in the course menu. Click on the menu link called ___________. (change this to whatever you named the link in your course)

Once you open the link you will see the list of scheduled sessions. Click on the appropriate session and then Join Session.  If you are unable to join using a computer or other device you can always call in by phone. However, you will not be able to see the screen and other shared files or information.

Once you have joined the session you will see a welcome image letting you know that you are now in the session. If you wish to use audio and/or video during the session, you will need to give your browser permission.

When the session begins you will see my screen and information. Please mute your mic unless you have a question. The following are a list of tips for participation;

• You can raise your hand using the icon at the bottom of the screen
• You can post to the chat by clicking on the pink chevron icon in the lower right portion of the screen. Once there you will see other participants as well as the chat bubble.
• Once the session has ended you can leave the session by opening the menu at the top left side of the screen or you can simply close the browser.

I have also posted a list of best practices when participating in a Collaborate Session. (you can cut and paste this list into the course announcements as well)

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Instructor Name