[Mathregionals] [Math-group2] MATH and Covid Update 3-16-20

[Bailes, Nickie]

Hello,

As an add on to Todd's message please note that we had a discussion here in the office, and I will be available gather any necessary supplies if available and have them ready for pickup by the end of the week.
If you need anything from the office or have questions please feel free to email me.


Thanks,

Nickie

From: Math-group2 <math-group2-bounces at listserv.ohio.edu> On Behalf Of Eisworth, Todd
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Subject: [Math-group2] MATH and Covid Update 3-16-20

Hi all,

Short and sweet:


*         TAs have been added to the Department of Mathematics Organization so they can access the resource list being compiled by Martin.  They are experiencing a doubly-stressful time as they need to adapt to changed circumstances in both teaching and learning, and it would be helpful if you reach out to your advisees to make sure they've got things under control.  I've asked course coordinators to work closely with their instructors.



*         The resource list has grown significantly, and things are still being added.  It might be good to check for updates every couple of days.

*         Both Annie and Vinny have suggested holding an optional remote meeting with classes this week, to work out the kinks and have discussion.  Vinny's suggested prompt:
"Hi! This situation is unusual for all of us. We need to deal with it in a way that minimizes negative impact on how well you will learn the material and in terms of your grades. This is supposed to be a free-wheeling discussion about how to best accomplish this. Be aware that you may experience slowness of the connection. Let's start with sharing our thoughts and concerns about the situation in general, and then talk about the course specifically."
I think this is a lovely idea if you can make it work.  Vinny reports a positive experience, and passed along the caveat "Make absolutely clear in the announcement that this is optional and failure to attend will carry no academic penalty".

*         I've fielded questions on the extent we are supposed to work remotely.  The guidance from the university may change, but for right now, my response is "work from home as much as possible".  I realize that many of you need access to research materials, hardware, and stable internet access.  If you must come in, please respect the social distancing recommendations.  The campus remains open, but on-site operations are being kept at a minimal level.



*         The office will be transitioning to a remote work regime.   The details of this are being worked out, but the expectation is that their work will be done from home to the extent possible.



*         Homework:  This is a very unstable time, and everyone's work routine is being disrupted.  If there is something important that needs our attention, please let me or Molly know.  I realize that there are many things that normally happen in Spring (e.g., graduate admissions) that still need to occur, so my priority is to make sure I'm aware of such things so we can plan.



*         If you have other suggestions of ways in which I can help make this transition easier, please let me know. I'm happy to set up discussion boards, etc., if people are interested.


As usual, I will be in communication if I receive more information.

Best,

Todd

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