As we work to return to a more normal campus environment for fall, the COVID-19 Operations group would like to highlight some FAQs related to classroom instruction. Additional questions can be directed to Carolyn.shaw@wichita.edu to be addressed by this operational group.
FAQs Set #8: Questions about the Classroom and Campus
- Can I require in-person attendance?
- Students are expected to meet the stated requirements for their courses. Students should use the wichita.edu/fall2021webpage to identify courses that work best for their needs. If a student believes they have a condition which requires accommodation where they cannot attend in person, they should contact the Office of Disability Services. Faculty will work with ODS to meet these identified accommodations.
- However, instructors are encouraged consider ways other than in-person attendance to assess participation and/or engagement. These alternative approaches can help ensure we do not disincentivize people to stay home or quarantine when sick. Instructors should ask students to monitor themselves for COVID-19 symptoms and instruct students who feel ill to not attend in-person meetings.
- Is there standard syllabus language we can use?
- Yes. The policies that should be linked to all syllabi include a COVID statement. These can be found here: https://www.wichita.edu/faculty/development/syllabuspolicies.php
- Instructors should provide a clear statement of expectations on the first day of class promoting campus health and safety.