Replication Data for: Disrupted Learning about Democracy: Instructor Strategies for Navigating Temporary Modality Shifts

Within-semester shifts in course modality in response to pandemics, weather, or to accommodate travel and health are increasingly common and can interrupt student learning. We tracked temporary modality changes across ten sections of Introduction to American Government to examine the extent to which instructors have tools to help students successfully navigate such changes and mitigate learning loss. We find that students rated instructor handling of shifts well if instructors made course material engaging, communicated clearly, and made effective use of technology. The analysis suggests that instructors can mitigate the impact of unplanned changes to modality on students’ learning when there are three or fewer shifts in a semester.