Tips for communicating with students in online classes

4. Communication within the teaching team

If the course is delivered by a wider teaching team (e.g. lecturer(s), assistants, demonstrators), it is essential to develop a clear communication plan that will work throughout the semester. It is important to agree on a schedule of regular meetings at the outset, either in person or via digital platforms, so that all team members have aligned information. In addition, collaboration technologies (e.g. Teams , Moodle LMS or shared documents on Google Drive ) should be chosen that will enable rapid information exchange and easy access to materials. It is equally important to determine in advance the different communication channels: what goes by email, what is posted on a shared platform, and what is discussed live. This way, the team has clear agreed patterns and can easily maintain open and ongoing communication.