Sharaya

Communications intern for @SDPinstitue and @CenterForMSIs, she/her, @Carleton_U student

[Barack Obama @BarackObama]

Here’s an example of the incredible risks and burdens that our essential workers have been facing. And even as we move toward vaccinating our population, we all need to remain vigilant until we’ve beaten this pandemic.
https://t.co/SKhioxW0Mp

[Marybeth Gasman @marybethgasman]

These folks are not patriotic. They are anti-Semitic, racist, Trump supporters. As my 90 yr old mama said-after calling them racist fools, “They took down the American flag 🇺🇸 & put up the Trump flag.” No one should be supporting them, especially those who claim to be patriotic.

[The Samuel DeWitt Proctor Institute @SDPInstitute]

Check out our compilation of all the #MSIs in the US! 🎓📚✨

[Sharaya @Sharayamorrison]

It was an honour being able to organize such an aspiring conversation. A huge thanks everyone for sharing and such incredible insight from various leaders in higher education. It's great seeing the amount of resources applicable to the topic! Thank you all for joining! #SDPIChat

[The Samuel DeWitt Proctor Institute @SDPInstitute]

Y'all were incredible! Thank you!

Before we end the chat, are there any final thoughts or ideas on the topic? #SDPIChat

[Sharaya @Sharayamorrison]

A7 Schools may begin offering online tutors + hybrid courses to increase access for students. Educational leaders are now aware of the lack of resources students have. In the future, institutes may be expected to support students with more resources at low prices. #SDPIChat

[The Samuel DeWitt Proctor Institute @SDPInstitute]

I wish we could keep it going forever (!), but this is the last question.

Q7: How will this shift to remote learning affect the higher education landscape moving forward? What are some lessons learned from COVID related to access for all students? #SDPIChat

[Sharaya @Sharayamorrison]

It is easy for faculty to remember the lives of their students, especially in these times. Students also have other classes! The stress does not end with one class.

[Dawna Nelson, PhD @dawnad_SWK]

A6: Empathy. Our students, especially students of color and lower SES, are disproportionately impacted by COVID. Fear responses, anxiety, stress are amplified. We can teach better when we respond with empathy, genuineness, and warmth. (#socialworkeducator) #SDPIchat

[Sharaya @Sharayamorrison]

A6 Continued: Further workshops should continue to be provided where educators share successes and areas of improvements as they come to light. #SDPIChat

[Sharaya @Sharayamorrison]

A6 The training faculty members received before this fall didn't prepare educators the way they needed. Successful workshops would come from educators who taught online in the past + understand successful online teaching occurs through plans + intentional design. #SDPIChat

[The Samuel DeWitt Proctor Institute @SDPInstitute]

Q6: Many faculty members have not had experience teaching online courses prior to #COVID19. What do educators need to fulfill their roles amid this global pandemic? #SDPIChat

[Dr. Mordecai Ian Brownlee @ItsDrMordecai]

Education is VITAL to the war on poverty. America must remove all barriers to educational access and obtainment and level the playing field for all children in this country. The growth and sustainability of our country depend on it! #SDPIChat

[Sharaya @Sharayamorrison]

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[Sharaya @Sharayamorrison]

A5 Furthermore, with the digital divide, low-income students are forced to take time off school to save money, or are struggle to keep up, putting them at risk for dropping out. #SDPIChat

[Sharaya @Sharayamorrison]

A5 Many low-income households have many family members, making it less than ideal for homeschooling, whereas working on residents or in libraries were a solution for these students. Such workspaces brings down concentration and lowers quality of assignments. #SDPIChat

[The Samuel DeWitt Proctor Institute @SDPInstitute]

Incredible resources! Thank you all for sharing! We love hearing from you! 😍

Next...

Q5: How might the transition from face-to-face learning to remote learning negatively impact low-income students’ academic opportunities? #SDPIChat

[Sharaya @Sharayamorrison]

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[Sharaya @Sharayamorrison]

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A4 Schools need to assess the needs of their students, remove eligibility requirements for resources. Future actions should be based on data that arises as solutions are created and used. Colleges can also aim to deliver support to expand accessibility. #SDPIChat

[The Samuel DeWitt Proctor Institute @SDPInstitute]

Wow, such insightful answers!! Next up 👇

Q4: Many low-income families experience food and housing insecurity and are dependent on the healthcare, housing, and food institutions offer. How can schools continue to support these students in the remote environment? #SDPIChat

[Sharaya @Sharayamorrison]

@ItsDrMordecai You’re right; shifting the focus from monetary values to the missions of the schools can bring a whole new surge of solutions and ideas.

[Sharaya @Sharayamorrison]

A3 Continued: Universities should partner with companies to providing free or low-priced devices for their students to complete their degree. #SDPIChat

[Sharaya @Sharayamorrison]

A3 Students in the area should have access to hard copy assignments, and facilities like libraries should remain open to students with proper protocols in place. #SDPIChat

[The Samuel DeWitt Proctor Institute @SDPInstitute]

Let's keep it going! Q3: Some students lack access to computers and/or high speed Wi-Fi, which can interfere with their remote learning. How can #highered institutions combat such financial gaps & provide access to learning opportunities for all? #SDPIChat