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    • Ten tips for engaging with students online.

      1. For your first class, set aside some time to introduce your students to Zoom
      2. Give an agenda or plan for each class by Screen Sharing a document or slide at the beginning of class. 
      3. Discuss online etiquette and expectations of the students in your first virtual class.
      4. Utilize the Whiteboard or Annotate a shared document and let your students engage as well. 
      5. Take time to promote questions, comments, and reactions from your class. 
      6. Divide into smaller groups for a discussion on a certain topic.
      7. Have students be the presenter and share projects with the class.
      8. Pre-set your meeting to mute participant’s microphones upon entry. 
      9. Look at the camera to create eye contact with your students. 
      10. Speak as if you’re face-to-face with the class.