Rowan’s fall course delivery plan was designed to provide options for students to complete their courses in-person or remotely, with the flexibility to make adjustments in delivery mode as needed to respond to state and public health guidance.
This week, the University received updated state guidance that expands our ability to deliver instruction in-person, while continuing to offer remote options where feasible.
Prior to the new guidance, only the classes labeled “Physical Presence Required” could be offered fully in person. However, with the updated state guidance, we are now also able to offer “Physical Presence Optional” courses with in-person instruction. Most of these courses will start remote and then transition to in-person/remote. Some, however, may remain remote the entire semester.
Below are frequently asked questions, and their answers.
Q: What should I expect for my courses labeled “Physical Presence Optional”?
A: Sections labeled “Physical Presence Optional” always have a remote attendance option. Students are never required to physically attend these sections. These courses are expected to begin offering an in-person attendance option during the first few weeks of the semester. Each instructor will provide students with information on when the course will begin to offer an in-person attendance option as well as how to attend the scheduled class sessions remotely prior to the first day of class.
Q: For “Physical Presence Optional” sections, do I need to tell my instructor whether I plan to attend physically or virtually? Do I have to choose one or the other for the whole semester?
A: To facilitate planning for reduced classroom capacity, instructors may ask students their intention to attend the class sessions physically or virtually but will permit students to change their attendance modality as needed or preferred to best support their learning. To enable class planning, students who indicate that they will physically attend class sessions are expected to do so unless they inform the instructor that they will attend virtually or will not attend at all at least one day prior to the class session except in cases of emergency.
Q: Will my courses labeled “Fully Virtual” ever meet in person?
A: No, they will be 100% virtual for the entire semester. Students must attend each scheduled class meeting for “Fully Virtual With Meeting Time” sections through the instructions that will be provided by your instructor (most commonly through Webex or Zoom). Sections labeled “Fully Virtual With No Meeting Time” do not have a scheduled class meeting time and students must follow all instructions regarding due dates and assignments provided by the instructor.
Q: Will my course schedule change?
A: While there are not going to be any large-scale changes to the fall course schedule, it is important that students check their schedule periodically to see if there have been any updates in mode of delivery, classroom location, or other potential changes for a particular section.
Q: What if I have a “Physical Presence Required” course but prefer to learn remotely this semester?
A: First, check to see if the course may be offered in alternate formats. Speak with your advisor to find out if there is an alternate course, or if you could take this course in a future semester without changing your graduation timeline. If you have a health condition or disability which prevents you from attending in person, please contact the Office of Disability Resources for assistance. Students requiring accommodations for attendance options will be supported. If, however, you don’t qualify for an accommodation, your physical presence is required.
Q: How will I know what to do on the first day of class?
A: Your instructors will contact you with information about how to attend your classes, whether physically or virtually. Be sure to check your Rowan email at least once per day. Instructors may also communicate through Canvas.
Q: How do I access Canvas?
A: Canvas is the learning management system (LMS) that will be used for all courses at Rowan. Visit online.rowan.edu, click “Access Your Courses in Canvas,” and log in with your Rowan Network ID and password. Your courses will be listed in the portal starting as soon as 5 days prior to the start of the course, though some may appear closer to the first day of class. If you add a course after the semester starts, the new course will appear in your Canvas portal within 1 to 2 hours of the change.
Q: How can I learn more about Canvas and online learning?
A: Any student can register for ONL 00100 Rowan Online Immersion. It is a non-credit one-hour overview of how to use Canvas and tips for success in an Online course. It is a prerequisite or corequisite for any course labeled Fully Virtual With No Meeting Time (Online), and students who complete it will be prepared for any such courses they take in the future.
Q: Are there locations on campus for students to attend a virtual course or be able to complete coursework?
A. Yes. Several academic buildings will have designated classrooms available for students who need a space to take a remote class or to study. The occupancy limit for these rooms will be posted on the door. The Student Center, Campbell Library, and other buildings on campus will also be available for students.
Q. Do I have appropriate technology for my courses?
A: Please review: Students, Do You Have Access to Appropriate Technology?
Q. How can I find out how my courses are being offered?
A: There are two short videos: step-by-step guides on how to review your course schedule and how to search for courses in Banner and Section Tally. Please note that while most schedule changes have been made, you should check periodically for updates.
Virtual Information Sessions/Q&A
Over the past three weeks, the University and Student Government Association have hosted student information sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays. There are a few sessions to come. However, past sessions can be viewed on the Rowan University YouTube page. Advising Information Sessions are continuing; the schedule is here.
Please feel free to contact any of us if you have any questions. We wish you a successful semester!
Yours truly,
Tony Lowman, Ph.D., Provost
officeoftheprovost@rowan.edu
Roberta Harvey, Ph.D., Vice President for Academic Affairs
officeoftheprovost@rowan.edu
Rory McElwee, Ph.D., Vice President for Student Affairs
mcelwee@rowan.edu
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