2020-02-25 [Online Classes in Progress] Delivering Quality Instruction via the Cloud, Communicating Knowledge Across Distances—Online Teaching Proceeds Smoothly at the School of Languages and Communication Studies.

On February 24, due to the onslaught of the epidemic, students from the School of Languages and Communication Studies, who should have gathered on campus to begin the new semester, instead embarked on an unprecedented collective online learning experience. They connected through multiple platforms such as Rain Classroom, MOOCs, the university’s course platform, Tencent Meeting, Zoom, and QQ. Based on current feedback, online classes at the School of Languages and Communication Studies have maintained good order, and teaching activities have proceeded smoothly. Teachers Conduct Online Instruction. The smooth launch of online courses owes much to the dedicated efforts of every teacher. As early as the winter vacation, how to effectively carry out online teaching had already become a fresh challenge for every faculty member at the School of Languages and Communication Studies. Classes are of utmost importance. Upon receiving the directive for “Classes Suspended but Learning Continues”, the School of Languages and Communication Studies organized faculty across all departments to carefully deliberate, proactively respond, and develop a “one-plan-per-course” approach. They conducted online training and lesson preparation, defining teaching methods, content, pacing, as well as students’ learning materials and assignments. This ensured the flawless execution of 106 courses across 206 class sessions. A positive mental state is the foundation for efficient learning. Teachers’ well-timed encouragement instills confidence in students. During instruction, educators not only interact with students in real time but also maintain a sense of ritual—such as signaling the start of class with a virtual bell—to actively engage students and boost their motivation to learn. On the first day of the semester, faculty members of the School of Languages and Communication Studies delivered engaging online courses to students through their practical actions—offering companionship transcending physical distance while maintaining unwavering rigor and dedication. At the same time, for the students, the challenge posed by the epidemic has served as a “test of growth”, encouraging them to engage in more efficient self-directed learning and scientifically manage their time. Students Attending Classes Diligently. Xiao Kexin, a student from Class 1801 of Communication, School of Languages and Communication Studies, recorded her study and life on the first day of the semester through a video. Click to watch the video: The First Day of the Semester: A Glimpse into the Life of a Student of the School of Languages and Communication Studies. Online teaching has brought students new experiences. Yu Jian, a student from the Class of 2018 in Internet and New Media, shared: “The discussions in the WeChat group were highly active, with illustrations and texts extending various topics. The classroom transformed into a student-led, mutually supportive learning environment guided by the teacher, shifting the decision-making power in learning from the instructor to the students. It can be described as a highly successful flipped classroom. When the witty minds of teachers and students come together, online classes become endlessly enjoyable.”