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Recommendations, best practices, and resources for remote training and support

Remote Learning Checklist for Workshop Attendees

For full details and instructions, please see the more complete Remote Learning Guidelines for Attendees.

Days Prior to Class

  1. Install required software from the class reminder, and contact RCS if problems.
  2. Verify Zoom your installation and recommended settings.
  3. Set up a 2nd monitor, if possible.
  4. Test your microphone & video with another person.
  5. Notify the instructor if you have accessibility concerns.

Day of Class

  1. Ensure your location is conducive for learning: no noise, no background distractions, good lighting, and comfortable.
  2. Practice using Zoom the features you’ll use in class:
    1. Gallery vs. speaker view
    2. Mute and unmute yourself
    3. Opening and using the chat
    4. Opening and using the Attendees window
    5. Raising and lowering your hand
    6. Sharing your screen, and stopping sharing
  3. Practice arranging your windows to best follow the workshop – side-by-side may work best. You’ll need:
    1. The Zoom window
    2. Your working window (RStudio, terminal, browser)
    3. (Optionally) Class materials window
  4. Let the instructor know if you wish to be paired with a colleague for exercises.

At and During Class

  1. Set ‘At Work’ boundaries: sign on door, Do Not Disturb on chat, phone, etc.
  2. Reboot your computer, if possible.
  3. Close all unrelated applications and non-essential web browser tabs.
  4. Please use your video – non-verbal communication is important.
  5. Ensure your video’s displayed name is meaningful.
  6. Mute audio except when talking.
  7. Speak clearly and be specific when referring to problems, windows, etc.
  8. Use chat, raise hand, or instructor’s preference for questions and obtaining help.
  9. Don’t be afraid to contribute your ideas and assistance (e.g in chat).
  10. Finally, have fun!

End-of and After Class

  1. Please fill out the in-class survey.
  2. Review the class materials and exercises to ensure you understand the lessons.
  3. Contact RCS if you have further questions.
  4. Please fill out 1-month follow-up survey (1 question!).