First, take a deep breath and remember to take one semester at a time—then one week, one day, and so on. Taking a realistic look at our situation and recognizing that it’s not forever, always helps. Next, review course objectives and goals. Carefully editing individual assignments or combining some for greater impact may provide a more streamlined yet effective course. Since grading is one of the biggest struggles, consider in-class mini conferences, working with student teams, and recording assignment comments. Include student self-evals once or twice during the semester to keep everyone on track! Finally, reach out to colleagues and staff! Sometimes coffee and sharing takes the edge off a trying day. We’re not alone!

To manage a student crisis and heavy workload in higher education, I would prioritize open communication with students, implement a structured action plan, and delegate tasks to my team. Utilizing time management techniques and technology for collaboration, I would ensure efficiency. Regular check-ins with students and staff would maintain support and engagement, allowing us to navigate the crisis effectively while upholding educational standards.

To manage a student crisis and heavy workload, I would prioritize addressing the student crisis by providing immediate support and involving relevant services. I’d use time management techniques like time-blocking to handle tasks efficiently, delegate when possible, and leverage technology to streamline administrative work. Engaging students in collaborative learning can also lighten the load while maintaining academic quality. Lastly, I’d ensure self-care to manage stress and stay effective in both roles.

Multitasking in higher education can be performed through following strategies: 1.Schedule preparation: Preparing an appropriate schedule as per the priority of the tasks. a) Maximum priority / Vital tasks which needs immediate attention. b) Medium priority tasks in a week time. c) Normal tasks to be performed in a month time. 2. Setting realistic deadlines and sticking to the schedule for the better outcomes. 3. Consistent communication with the team through meetings by discussing how the objectives can be achieved through the collaborative efforts and inputs. 4. Counseling and doubt sessions should be provided to the wards in resolving their issues. As a result in a time-bound and effective manner tasks can be performed efficiently.

Decide which is heavier and will affect more aspects of your day-to-day life. If it is a student crisis, let the students know you are invested and ask them what they need from you—not what they need overall. The heavy workload requires efficient planning and hard lines. Give yourself two hours daily, no matter what, to focus on staying on track and be fierce about those two hours. Turn your cell phone off, and be in your space with yourself. You deserve that much. Breathe and realize you cannot mitigate anything if you are overwhelmed. Give yourself the gift of two hours.