Remote Learning

Remote Learning Resources and COVID-19 Information


During the ongoing and evolving public health threat associated with COVID-19, Central State University is here to provide every possible resource for students to be successful. Following the guidance given by Governor Mike DeWine, Central State University will conduct classes strictly online for the remainder of the Spring 2020 semester. Student-athletes are also encouraged to keep in regular communication with the CSU Department of Athletics support staff.


Athletics academic coordinator Natasha Robinson remains at the forefront for academic support during this challenging time and can be reach by email (nrobinson@centralstate.edu) or by phone (937-219-0876). Students who wish to communicate by phone are encouraged to leave a detailed message which includes full name, ID number, cell phone number, email and a brief description of concern or question. Please refrain from making multiple consecutive phone calls within a short timeframe.


In preparation for on-line instruction, please follow the directions and guidance below:


If you do not know your Schoology login credentials, please send an email to tjones@centralstate.edu. Be sure to include your Student ID number and MyCSU email address. If you are having issues accessing MyCSU, please email helpdesk@centralstate.edu. Include your name, contact number, and student ID.


Introduction to Schoology


Turn on your Notifications with Schoology

  • Click the Down Arrow next to your name in the upper right corner
  • Select Settings
  • Click on the NotificationsTab
  • Click "Send notifications to your phone via text message" on the right
    • You will be prompted to enter your cell number
  • Turn on the Following Notifications:
    • Course update posted
    • Course comments on upgrades, assignments, or discussions
    • And any other item you believe you need to be notified about


Check your messages daily for any correspondence from your professor


Instruction and Guidance for On-line Course Delivery

Notes:

    1. Log in to centralstate.schoology.com
    2. Schoology works best with Chrome internet browser.
    3. You may also download the Schoology app from the App Store (iOS) and Google Play (Android).


Please be sure to select Central State University as your institution. Please stay connected via MyCSU. Updates regarding your instructional and learning process will be sent to you on a continuous schedule. Remember, use your CSU email address when communicating with faculty or staff.


VIDEO MESSAGE FROM DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS TARA A. OWENS


ADDITIONAL RESOURCES FOR CSU STUDENT REMOTE LEARNING 
(provided by CSU Provost Dr. Pedro Martinez on March 19, 2020)


Spectrum Internet Assistance Program

Spectrum broadband and Wi-Fi access for 60 days to households with K-12 and/or college students who do not already have a Spectrum broadband subscription at any service level up to 100 Mbps. To enroll call 1-844-488-8395. Installation fees will be waived for new student households.

Spectrum also offers Spectrum Internet Assist, a broadband program that delivers speeds of 30 Mbps for $17.99/month, including modem.

To sign up, applicants can simply visit www.internetessentials.com.


Comcast Xfinity Internet Assistance

Xfinity WiFi hotspots across the country will be available to anyone who needs them for free, including non-Xfinity internet subscribers. For a map of Xfinity wifi hotspots, visit www.xfinity.com/wifi. Once at a hotspot, consumers should select the "xfinitywifi" network name in the list of available hotspots, and then launch a browser.

Current customer's internet service will not be disconnected during the next 60 days if they contact the company and inform them that they can't pay their bills during this period. Customer service teams will be available to offer flexible payment options and can help find other solutions.

New customers will receive 60 days of complimentary "Internet Essentials" service, which is normally available to all qualified low-income households for $9.95/month. Additionally, for all new and existing IE customers, the speed of the program's Internet service was increased to 25 Mbps downstream and 3 Mbps upstream. That increase will go into effect for no additional fee and it will become the new base speed for the program going forward.

For more information, visit comcast.com/covid19.

Suddenlink Internet Assistance

Altice USA(Suddenlink) is offering free 30 Mbps broadband internet for 60 days to any new customer household within their service areas with K-12 and/or college students who may be displaced due to school closures and who do not currently have home internet access. Eligible households interested in this solution can call 888-633-0030 to enroll in Suddenlink region.

Suddenlink will also be joining the Keep Americans Connected Pledge which means for the next 60 days they will:

  • not terminate broadband and voice service to any residential or small business customers because of their inability to pay their bills due to the disruptions caused by the coronavirus pandemic; 
  • waive any late fees that any residential or small business customers incur because of their economic circumstances related to the coronavirus pandemic; and 
  • open their WiFi hotspots to any American who needs them. 
 

Textbook Online Resource

CSU students are able to use their Central State email to access the online books on https://get.vitalsource.com/vitalsource-helps 


CSU Schoology

Please visit our website for instructions on how to login to Schoology and access Library Services - https://www.centralstate.edu/academics/provost/index.php?num=6



Library Remote Learning Information:

The library staff will be available for remote guidance via email ( jbeachman@centralstate.edu or csterling@centralstate.edu )

Find e-books and online journals in the HALLIE Catalog http://hallie.ces.edu/. From http://hallie.ces.edu/, login to My Library Record (located top right of page)

For more information, please go to https://www.centralstate.edu/PR/index2.php?num=106

 



COVID-19 UPDATES, INFORMATION AND PROTOCOLS

COVID-19 UPDATE FROM CENTRAL STATE UNIVERSITY - https://www.centralstate.edu/PR/index2.php?num=106

SENIOR VIRTUAL GRADUATION REGISTRATION - Fill out and submit form by clicking here 

COVID-19 UPDATE REGARDING  CENTRAL STATE ATHLETIC COMPETITION - https://maraudersports.com/news/2020/3/12/general-central-state-cancels-all-spring-athletic-competition.aspx

UPDATE  FROMCENTRAL STATE UNIVERSITY DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS TARA A. OWENS - Letter to student-athletes, coaches, staff, fans, and community (PDF)

COVID-19 UPDATE FROM NCAA - http://www.ncaa.org/about/resources/media-center/news/ncaa-cancels-remaining-winter-and-spring-championships
 
COVID-19 UPDATE FROM SIAC - http://thesiac.com/news/2020/3/12/general-siac-cancels-all-spring-athletic-and-championship-events.aspx
 
COVID-19 UPDATE FROM OHIO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH - https://coronavirus.ohio.gov/wps/portal/gov/covid-19/



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