Checking In with Students
Checking in with students throughout the semester can help promote a sense of community and belonging for the student. This can be done via an email to the whole class or individually, depending on your class or group size.
Acknowledging Impactful Events
Students are impacted in a variety of ways when faced with difficult times, including when significant events happen at MIT or in the world. They find it valuable when faculty and staff check in, acknowledge these events, and when possible, allow time for them to discuss their feelings and reactions.
Recognize Signs of Distress
Faculty and instructors naturally want to create an environment where students flourish intellectually and personally. This includes being able to recognize when a student might be in distress and know the steps to take to connect them to support.
Sharing Mistakes
In 2.678, Steve Banzaert created a Slack channel to feature what he calls “Unintentional Learning”–ie, when people (including instructors) make mistakes.
Departmental Office Hours
Academic Departments have hosted in-person and virtual office hours for students.
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