Returning to Classrooms
Four types of classes will be offered in the spring 2021 semester.
SPRING 2021 REGISTRATION INFO
Class Formats
IN-PERSON
Students and instructors attend class in person with enhanced health protections, including wearing face coverings and decreasing classroom density.
FLEX IN-PERSON
Students participate in a mix of in-person and online modes. For example, you may be in a rotating group that alternates between in-person and online meetings following the weekly class schedule. Or you may participate in lectures online and labs in person. The exact mix of in-person and online will be determined by your in
structor.
LIVE ONLINE
The instructor and students are online simultaneously, and your instructor provides content in a live online platform.
iCOURSE
For the majority of coursework, students and instructors are not required to be online simultaneously, and students complete their work through D2L.
You can find information about which format your courses will be in UAccess Student Center. See the spring registration information for an example of how to find the class format for a given course.
Instructional Stages
Adjusted reentry stage classifications and ramp-up plan for Spring 2021 are as follows.
The University is currently in Stage 2.
Stage 1
Instructional Mode: Essential Hands-On, In Person instruction. Only select hands-on and outdoor courses.
Indoor Event Limit: 10 people
Outdoor Event Limit: 10 people
Stage 2
Instructional Mode: Small In-Person courses. 50 or fewer students in-person and flex in-person.
Indoor Event Limit: 10 people
Outdoor Event Limit: 10 people
Stage 3
Instructional Mode: Larger In-Person courses. Up to 100 students in-person and flex in-person.
Indoor Event Limit: 10 people
Outdoor Event Limit: 50 people
Stage 4
Instructional Mode: Normal instruction
Indoor Event Limit: None
Outdoor Event Limit: None
Classes with attendance of more than 100 people will be delivered remotely in either the Live Online or iCourse format for the entire semester.
Spring 2021 Calendar
The faculty senate approved a decision to replace the 2021 Spring Break with a series of Reading Days spread throughout the Spring 2021 semester. This adjustment to the academic calendar is a necessary component of our ongoing commitment to limit the spread of COVID-19 in the Tucson community and across the nation by reducing travel by faculty, staff and students.
Minimizing Exposure on Campus
Minimizing exposure to coronavirus is key to protecting UArizona students, faculty and staff from COVID-19.
We accomplish this by following the hierarchy of controls.
ELIMINATION
Reduce the hazard
Examples:
- At least 50% reduction of students in classrooms
- Hybrid course offerings and staggered schedules for face-to-face instruction
- Online option always available for high-risk students
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Separate from the source of exposure
Examples:
- Improved air filtration in HVAC systems
- Increased fresh air mix in building ventilation wherever feasible
ADMINISTRATIVE CONTROLS
Change interactions and environment
Examples:
- Frequent classroom cleaning (5 days/week)
- Modified traffic flows and one-way paths within buildings
- EPA-approved disinfectant and hand sanitizer
- Revised classroom and building occupancy
PERSONAL CONTROLS
Protect yourself and the community
Examples:
- Do not come to campus if sick
- Wear face coverings as required in classrooms, buildings and outdoor areas of campus
- Stay at least 6 feet from other people
- Wash hands frequently or use hand sanitizer
- Practice good hygiene and disinfect surfaces
