To ensure all students have a path to success, begin by designing your course with all three modalities in mind. This means making sure that in-person, synchronous online, and asynchronous students have access to the same course materials, activities, and assessments.

A key part of this is building in flexible participation options. Students should be able to switch between modalities as their needs change. To make this work smoothly, provide equivalent learning activities for each mode of attendance to ensure fairness and consistency for everyone. 

Centralize all course materials, announcements, discussions, and assessments in Canvas. This ensures consistency and accessibility for all students.  

Set expectations early and often. Use weekly overviews, checklists, and reminders to help students stay on track, regardless of how they attend. 

Effective HyFlex teaching relies on technology to bridge the gap between different modalities. Using UTSA-approved tools ensures you're providing an accessible and mobile-friendly learning environment for everyone.

• For live sessions and lecture capture: To support both live and asynchronous learners, use Zoom for real-time class meetings. Be sure to record these sessions and/or use Panopto to record and caption lectures. Providing these recordings is essential for students who can't attend live and also improve the accessibility of your course materials for everyone.
• For community and collaboration: Encourage interaction among students with tools like discussion boards or Padlet for asynchronous engagement. During live sessions, use polls or breakout rooms to foster a sense of community. You can also assign cross-modal group projects that require students from all three modalities to collaborate. 

Maintaining a strong instructor presence is vital. This could mean sending weekly video updates or announcements, responding to student questions promptly (within 24-48 hours), and providing regular, timely feedback on assignments. 

When it comes to assessment, design flexible options that work for all learners. Consider a variety of assessment types, such as low-stakes quizzes, project-based work, or reflective journals, peer reviews, etc. to accurately measure learning across the different modalities. 

To make sure your course is effective for all learners, it's vital to regularly gather feedback and use it to improve. This can be done through a variety of methods:

• Mid-semester surveys can help you identify and address issues while the course is still in progress.
• Informal check-ins, like brief polls or quick questions at the end of a session, provide immediate insight.
• End-of-course evaluations offer a comprehensive view of what worked well and what could be improved for next time.

By consistently collecting and applying this feedback, you can ensure your HyFlex course continues to meet the needs of all your students.