In light of the COVID-19 outbreak educational institutions have been closed in many parts of the world, creating new challenges for students, teachers and parents. This page provides resources from McGill University experts, as well as other Canadian and international organisations to help deal with this situation.
Physical and Mental Health
Improving Student Mental Health During the COVID-19 Crisis (by Dr. Nancy Heath, Associate dean, McGill University)
COVID-19 Q&A: Helping children cope with anxiety (by Dr. Tina Montreuil, Assistant Professor, McGill University)
COVID-19: Sleep Quality (by Dr. Marie-Hélène Pennestri, Assistant Professor, McGill University)
Why is it important to exercise during the isolation period related to COVID-19? (by Aaron Fellows, Fitness Expert, McGill University)
COVID-19 Q&A: Staying fit during the COVID-19 pandemic (by Aaron Fellows, Fitness Expert, McGill University)
Happiness and the COVID Pandemic (by Dr. Chris Barrington-Leigh, Associate Professor, McGill University)
Combatting COVID-19’s effect on children
Managing Stress during Difficult Times- Interactive Infographic (by Dr. Nancy Heath, Associate dean, McGill University and Development and Intrapersonal Resilience Research Team)
COVID-19 Q&A: Coping with addiction during the pandemic (by Rachel Rabin, Assistant Professor, McGill University)
Parenting Advice
Enjoying Family Time at Home when Going Out is Not an Option (by Dr. Victoria Talwar, Professor, McGill University)
Parenting Tips (by Dr. Tina Montreuil, Assistant Professor, McGill University)
Finding parenting tough these days? You're not alone (by Dr. Nancy Heath, Associate dean, McGill University)
Helping Parents Choose Educational Apps for Kids (by Dr. Adam Dubé, Assistant Professor, McGill University)
Teaching and Learning
Remote learning: boon or necessary evil? Two Quebec experts give tips on making it work
Zoom Privacy for Online Classes and Meetings (by Dr. Adam Dubé, Assistant Professor, McGill University)
How to Do a Presentation Via Zoom (by Dr. Adam Dubé, Assistant Professor, McGill University)
COVID-19: Remote Instruction (by Dr. Adam Dubé, Assistant Professor, McGill University)
How have countries dealt with Coronavirus school closures and what’s next for education?
4 Strategies to Support Vulnerable Students when Schools re-open after Coronavirus (by Dr. Delphine Collin-Vézina, Associate Professor, McGill University and Tristan Milot, Professor, Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières (UQTR))
What life is like for high schoolers during the Coronavirus crisis
Benefits of Online Learning for Students and Teachers
Making Online Courses Work for You
Social Strategies (online and physical distancing)
How will this crisis reshape the social media interactions of future generations? (by Dr. Jeff Derevensky, Professor, McGill University)
Six Ways Introverts and Extroverts Can Make the Most of Working in Isolation (by Dr. Karl Moore, Associate Professor, McGill University)
