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Ivy Tech Community College On-Line Adjunct Faculty Orientation
2008-2009
Funding for this initiative provided by The Lilly Endowment
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Dear Adjunct Faculty Colleagues:
It is my pleasure to welcome you to the ranks of adjunct faculty at Ivy Tech Community College. I am certain that you look forward to the coming academic year with both excitement and anticipation. If you are a veteran instructor, you know the excitement of the first day of class of a new academic year. If you are new to the ranks of college faculty, have confidence that you are beginning what most find to be an enormously satisfying and rewarding experience.
Ivy Tech itself is in the midst of a very exciting time. The college has emerged from an institution with a limited mission and modest enrollments to become a modern comprehensive community college offering a wide array of education and training opportunities to a broad range of students. It is has grown to become the largest institution of higher education in Indiana and one of the fastest growing institutions in the nation.
We are delighted that you have joined our faculty ranks, and hope that you will enjoy being part of this exciting time of growth and expansion. You are critical to our success, as you bring both impressive academic credentials and real- world experience to the courses and programs that you teach. We simply could not grow to meet the needs of the students who come to us in ever increasing numbers without the expertise you bring to the classroom. You are a vital part of Ivy Tech’s success, and we thank you for your important contribution.
Of course, the most important contribution you make is the quality instruction you bring to Ivy Tech classrooms across the state. Our success is completely dependent upon the success of our students, and the only true measure of that success is the student learning that results from yours and your colleagues’ efforts in our classrooms and labs.
This guide was developed in collaboration with individuals throughout the state to provide support and information that will assist you in your role as faculty. While it is impossible to anticipate or include all items that might be helpful to your teaching experience, we hope that you will find this a useful reference for many of the questions you might have. In addition to this guide, I encourage you to utilize the resources available on your local campus.
Again, on behalf of the college, let me welcome you to the Ivy Tech academic community and offer you best wishes for a successful and rewarding academic year.
Sincerely,
Don DoucetteProvost and Senior Vice PresidentIvy Tech Community College
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Purpose of On-Line Adjunct Faculty Orientation
The purpose of this On-Line Adjunct Faculty Orientation experience is to provide newly hired adjunct faculty witha broad overview of Ivy Tech Community College and its expectations of faculty members.
This experience has been divided into six sections. Those sections include:
* General Community College Information * Adjunct Faculty Responsibilities * Key Employment Policies * Classroom Management * Technology * Additional Resources
While this experience provides a good starting point, becoming oriented to the College and the community collegeteaching experience can not be defined by a single event. Therefore, you are strongly encouraged to seek outadditional information from your colleagues and instructional supervisor, as well as utilize the tools and resources that have been developed for your support. A brief overview of some tools and resources are provided in the last section of this orientation experience.
Please be advised that no statement in this on-line experience is intended to create an employment contract. Adjunctfaculty are encouraged to refer to the College’s on-line Part-Time Employee Handbook and the Adjunct FacultyHandbook located in the Employee Service Tab of Campus Connect for updates, changes, and further information.
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Section I:
General Community College Information
Section Highlights Include:
* What is a Community College?* Some Community College Fast Facts * Teaching in the Community College * About Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
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What is a Community College?
“Community Colleges are centers of educational opportunity. They are an American invention that put publicly funded higher education at close-to-home facilities, beginning nearly 100 years ago with Joliet Junior College. Since then, they have been inclusive institutions that welcome all who desire to learn, regardless of wealth, heritage, or previous academic experience. The process of making higher education available to the maximum number of people continues to evolve at 1,173 public and independent community colleges. When the branch campuses of community colleges are included, the number totals about 1,600.”
Source: American Association of Community Colleges, (n.d.) About community colleges. Obtained on November 2, 2007 from: http://www.aacc.nch.edu/Template.cfm?section=AboutCommunityColleges
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Some Community College Fast Facts
A National Snap Shot:
• 11.6 million students attend community colleges
• Forty percent attend full-time and the remaining 60% attend part-time
• Average age of enrolled student is 29
• Fifty-nine percent of students are female and 17% of all students are single parents
• Thirty-nine percent of students are first generation college attendees – they are the first in their family to attend college
• Community college enrollments are diverse – racial minorities account for 34% of enrollment
• The majority of students enrolled in community colleges are employed while simultaneously attending class
• Twenty-seven percent of full-time students and 50% of part-time students are employed full-time and 50% of full-time students and 33% of part-time students are employed part-time
Source: American Association of Community Colleges. (n.d.) Community college fast facts. Obtained on November 2, 2007 from: http://www2.aacc.nche.edu/research/homt.htm
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Teaching in the Community College
Introduction to the Community College:
Community colleges have historically played an important and multi-faceted role in higher education. Throughout the United States, they have served as the gateway to education for the majority of individuals enrolled in higher education. Yet, the state of Indiana relied on four-year universities to provide associate degree programs and Ivy Tech to provide technical training and education. However, in July 2005, the state realigned higher education, which called for Ivy Tech to serve as the community college system across Indiana. As a result, the College is now engaged in the process of transforming itself into a comprehensive community college that will support the growth of educational achievement and economic development within the state. Over the next several years, it is predicted that community colleges will continue to grow quickly across the nation, outpacing four-year institutions. Ivy Tech is no exception to this trend. In fact, it is expected the College will grow by approximately 50,000 students in the next few years.
While it is difficult to describe the typical community college or the students who attend them, there are some commonalities. Historically, community colleges have served returning adult students and students who are “academically at risk.” Nationally, the demographics have begun to shift and reflect the increasing student need for access to affordable and flexible higher education. At Ivy Tech more and more recent high school graduates and better prepared students are attending the College. Therefore, the College has a more diverse student population, which in turn produces more diverse student needs and expectations.
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Challenges for Students:
With Ivy Tech’s changing population, a new set of challenges has emerged for students. The majority of our students attend the College part-time, yet many have full-time responsibilities. In some situations, students balance multiple life circumstances while attending school – employment, family, health care - all of which place them at risk for failure.
Although Ivy Tech provides the lowest-cost of higher education in the state of Indiana, finances continue to be a major challenge for many of our students. As a result, students may often feel pulled in two directions: one academically and one financially. For most college students, whether at a two-year college or a four-year university, having a job is a necessity to basic survival. Therefore, it is not uncommon for a student to experience competing priorities between school and work.
Also, many students who enter higher education, both traditional and non-traditional in age, are required to complete remediation or skill advancement courses to strengthen their foundation of knowledge in reading, writing, and/or mathematics. Thus, the road to degree completion for many students can be longer and more challenging than anticipated, and can lead to confidence issues, as well as frustrations that ultimately cause the student to “stop-out” temporarily or drop-out permanently.
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Challenges for Faculty:
Teaching in a community college can also be a challenge, particularly for adjunct faculty. While by definition, adjunct faculty are part-time employees of the College, many committed and dedicated individuals go above and beyond expectations. Ivy Tech Community College is fortunate to have such well qualified, committed, and dedicated adjunct faculty who provide quality education to students in a caring and compassionate manner.
However, similar to the challenges faced by students, some commonalities may exist for adjunct faculty. We know from College surveys that the typical Ivy Tech adjunct faculty member has competing priorities beyond his/her teaching position, often involving another job and family commitments. Additionally, adjunct faculty are most likely to teach at night or on weekends when the majority of community college students can be found on campus, and yet services provided by the College may be limited. This problem may be further compounded by limited access to administrators who can provide guidance and clarity on College policy and procedures, as well as limited access to full-time faculty who can assist with course development and mentoring.
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Goals and Objectives:
Despite the challenges, the experience of being a successful college student or a successful adjunct faculty member is an overwhelmingly positive and rewarding experience for the vast majority of individuals in the community college setting.
To succeed as an adjunct faculty member, one must be intentional in thought and action. While working with college students may at times seem challenging, the conscientious adjunct faculty member must remain mindful of the challenges both students and instructors face. It is necessary for adjunct faculty to aim for student success, knowing that success builds upon success, and that the ultimate goal for students is demonstrated through learning outcomes, not merely memorization of information or materials. Therefore, when developing lesson plans, lectures, experiments, demonstrations, community service projects, quizzes, presentations, final exams, etc., adjunct faculty must keep College goals and objectives in mind - - student learning is the priority!
Adjunct faculty play an important and vital role in the success of the College and, more importantly, in the personal and academic success of students. This guide has been developed to equip Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana adjunct faculty with the necessary resources to provide quality instruction and learning opportunities for students.
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About Ivy Tech
Mission:
As a community college, Ivy Tech strives to meet the educational needs of individuals and serves as the engine in workforce and economic development within the state of Indiana. Therefore, the College has developed a clearly articulated mission to serve this purpose. As an adjunct faculty member, it is vital to understand our role as an open-access institution of higher learning. Below is the College’s Mission Statement:
Ivy Tech Community College prepares Indiana residents to learn, live, and work in a diverse and globally competitive environment by delivering professional, technical, transfer, and lifelong education. Through its affordable, open-access education and training programs, the College enhances the development of Indiana’s citizens and communities and strengthens its economy.
Purpose:
Ivy Tech Community College changes lives and changes Indiana through education and workforcedevelopment.
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About Ivy Tech
Our Core Values:
We value, respect, and promote…
Student Centered• Our students’ right to reach their potential • Our students’ capability to achieve their educational/personal goals• The diverse life experiences of each student• Behavior that will enhance the dignity and worth of all students• Student need for lifelong learning skills• Student contributions to the learning community • Students as individuals
Faculty/Staff Focused• The individual and collective contributions of all faculty and staff• The diverse life experiences of each employee• The importance of investing in personal and professional development of all employees• Openness, honesty, and integrity in all employee interactions• A culture of leadership development • Employees as our greatest asset
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About Ivy TechOur Core Values Continued…
We value, respect, and promote…
Diversity• Diversity of thought and opinion• The uniqueness of all our students and employees• Cultural experiences of all students and employees• An inclusive climate that recognizes and supports a diverse learning and work environment• Curricular and co-curricular experiences that enrich student learning• Equal rights and opportunities for all
Integrity• Hones and forthright communications with all constituencies • Ethical conduct• Full and direct disclosure in all print and electronic materials• Ethical business practices with all partners• Accountable and responsible stewardship of all College resources• Confidentiality as required by law and professional standards• Fair and consistent treatment of all students and employees
Community Engagement• Being a responsible corporate citizen • A strong spirit of volunteerism among students and employees• Collaborative partnerships• Campuses that are catalysts for service to the community • Active engagement and leadership in the community
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About Ivy Tech
Our Core Values Continued…
We value, respect, and promote….
Innovation• The creation and application of knowledge• Keeping an open mind to new ideas• A spirit of entrepreneurialism • Responsible risk-taking• The recognition and celebration of innovative initiatives• Continuous improvement • A climate conducive to sharing successes and failures
Excellence• High academic expectations• A teaching and learning environment that allows students and faculty to achieve their full potential • Development of our students as confident, capable people contributing to family, workplace, and society• High-quality programs and services• Holding ourselves and each other accountable for fulfilling our Mission and achieving our Vision
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Section II: Adjunct Faculty Responsibilities
Section highlights include: * Adjunct Faculty Responsibilities * Adjunct Faculty Instructional Responsibilities* Adjunct Faculty Responsibilities for Teaching On-Line
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Adjunct Faculty Responsibilities
The primary responsibility of adjunct faculty at Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana is to provide quality instruction for the student by employing teaching/learning processes and strategies that promote student learning. This goal is accomplished by working with the student in classrooms and laboratories, individual conferences, and other related activities that help the student develop interests and abilities to his or her fullest capacity.
In general, minimum faculty responsibilities to the College include the following:
1. To demonstrate an understanding of the College’s mission and purposes.
2. To stay current in the field of study, subject matter, and skills as appropriate.
3. To improve teaching skills by participating in on-going professional development activities.
4. To submit current course syllabi, objectives, teaching strategies, and assessments to the instructional supervisor.
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Adjunct Faculty Responsibilities Continued...
5. To keep accurate records of student attendance and performance and submit same at the end of the semester.
The grade record or copies of the grade record (paper or electronic) must be given to the instructional supervisor at the end of each semester.
The following information should be included in the instructor’s grade records for each traditional, FLEX, hybrid, accelerated, and distance education class section:
Course titleCourse and section numberStudent namesClass session datesAttendanceAssignment weightingsGrading scale
6. To follow established policies and procedures of the College and program.
7. To return attendance verification lists and final grades as directed. Instructors’ grade rosters are due after the last session of the course according to the regional schedule. Instructors must assign a grade or status to each student.
8. To maintain appropriate and timely communication within and among administrative units and students.
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Adjunct Faculty Instructional Responsibilities
Instructor responsibilities toward the student should include the following:
• Demonstrate a positive, supportive, student-centered attitude.
• Teach to the objectives of the course.
• Although adjunct faculty are not expected to maintain office hours, they should let students know how and when they may be contacted outside of class.
• Prepare for each class meeting. The conduct of the first class meeting can greatly influence an instructor’s success in the class. Additional information regarding the first day of class is provided later in this orientation.
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Adjunct Faculty Responsibilities for Teaching On-Line
More than 20% of all Ivy Tech students take an on-line class at some point in their academic career. If you are teaching an on-line class:
•You should take advantage of the on-line certification program for adjunct faculty located on each campus. Faculty who will be teaching on-line in the Spring 2008 semester and beyond are required to obtain certification prior to teaching an on-line course.
•When teaching on-line, you should return e-mails to students within 48 hours of receiving the message. It is also a good idea to utilize these guidelines if you provide your e-mail address to students in face-to-face classes as well.
•Students should receive feedback on their work in an on-line class just as they would in a face-to-face class. The average response time to assignments should be approximately three to five days.
•If you are teaching an on-line class from the Statewide Library of Courses, it is important that you not alter the assessment activities in the course. There are opportunities for flexibility within the course, as outlined in each course’s instructor resources, but the goal is to provide students with a common presentation of materials, as well as common assessment.
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Section III:
Key Employment Policies
Section Highlights Include:
* Personnel Policy Overview
* Select Personnel Policies
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Personnel Policy Overview
The following pages provide a brief summary of select Ivy Tech employment policies. However,this on-line orientation experience should not be considered inclusive of all policies pertaining to adjunctfaculty.
A complete and detailed version of all College employment policies may be viewed on-line at:ttp://www.ivytech.edu/humanresources/handbook/pt/
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Select Personnel Policies
Alcohol and Other Drugs:The College is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. College employees must never report to work or represent the College under the influence of alcohol and/or other drugs, or be in possession of alcohol or other drugs. Employees who violate this policy will be subject to disciplinary action including, but not limited to, termination of employment.
Benefits:The College recognizes the importance and value that adjunct faculty bring to the institution, therefore adjunct faculty are eligible for certain, limited employment benefits. Adjunct faculty members may choose to participate in one or both of the College’s tax-deferred voluntary retirement plans. Our tax-deferred plans, the 403(b) Supplemental Retirement Annuity (SRA) and the 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan (457) allow you to contribute money toward your retirement on a pre-tax basis. You decide how much money per paycheck that you want to contribute. The College will deduct that amount before taxes are taken out. That amount is then invested, in the manner you choose, where it grows into a supplemental retirement benefit for you. You may direct your contributions to either American United Life (AUL) or Teachers Insurance & Annuity Association – College Retirement Equities Fund (TIAA-CREF). Please see your regional Human Resources Department for more information on these plans and/or the paperwork necessary to enroll.
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Select Personnel Policies
College Closings/Inclement Weather: The College may close due to weather, emergencies or other events that are authorized by the President, Vice President or Chancellor. Non-benefits-eligible employees, including adjunct faculty who are paid based upon contact hour, are paid only for hours actually worked and will not be paid during College or regional closure periods. Each region/campus of the College has developed a communication plan in the event of a College closure. Please check with your local campus for specific information.
Confidentiality/FERPA (APPM 3.4):As an educational institution, Ivy Tech complies with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, sometimes referred to as the Buckley Amendment. Disclosure of student personal information, including disclosure to student’s parents is prohibited, unless the student has submitted approval in writing to the Office of Student Affairs for the semester in which the release of information is requested. Please consult with your supervisor or the Office of Student Affairs before releasing any information regarding a student.
Direct Deposit:All newly hired College employees are required to have payroll direct deposit as a condition of employment. Forms should be included in your new hire materials or may be obtained from your local Human Resources Office.
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Select Personnel Policies
Employee Complaints: The College administration wants to provide employees with a working environment that contributes positively to good communication, cooperation, and teamwork among employees. Employees are encouraged to bring to the attention of their immediate supervisor legitimate concerns perceived by them. Supervisors have an obligation to meet with the employee, hear their concern and attempt resolution. The intent is early discussion of the issue and resolution of the concern. The College encourages employees to resolve their complaints informally and in a timely manner.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) Policy:The College employs qualified individuals and provides equal opportunities for the advancement of employees. The College employs, promotes, transfers, reclassifies and trains in a manner which will not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, or age, per the College’s EEO/AA policies. The College is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination. If you believe you have been discriminated against or harassed by a co-worker, supervisor, or agent of the College, you should promptly report the facts to your supervisor, the Human Resources Administrator, or the regional Affirmative Action Officer.
Limited Medical Insurance Program (Mini-Med Plan): The College offers a Limited Medical Insurance Program for adjunct faculty and part-time employees who are not eligible for the full-time Ivy Tech benefit plan. Adjunct faculty members who do not have a full-time appointment with Ivy Tech, or who are an part-time (less than 60%) hourly or administrative employee, may purchase the Limited Medical Insurance Program plan to cover the employee, their spouse, and eligible dependent children.
Adjunct faculty members may enroll within 31 days of becoming eligible or during an open enrollment period. Adjunct faculty need not wait for an open enrollment period in the event of a qualified life status change. Coverage becomes effective on the first day of the month following completion and return of appropriate paperwork to your campus’ Human Resources office and verification of eligibility by the Human Resources office.
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Select Personnel Policies
Limited Medical Insurance Program (Mini-Med Plan) Continued…100% of the premium expense for this plan is paid by the employee, with no portion being paid by the College. Premiums are payable directly to the insurance carrier and may not be paid through payroll deduction.
Orientation: Each year, all adjunct faculty are required to complete an Orientation module that is either delivered face-to-face or on-line. Regional campuses will determine the content of the face-to- face module. A broad-based, state-wide, on-line Orientation will be developed with capabilities for regions to customize and add regionally determined content. Adjunct faculty will be compensated for the completion of either Orientation module.
Parking: All College visitors, students, and employees are expected to park in assigned parking areas where indicated. Check with the regional campus where you work for details.
Payroll: As adjunct faculty you are required to report any time not worked. Adjunct faculty are paid on the 15th of the month and the last working day of the month. If the 15th falls on a weekend, you will be paid the preceding Friday. Please check with your instructional supervisor or Payroll Office for further information.
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Select Personnel Policies
Prohibition Against Harassment:Ivy Tech will not tolerate harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national, origin, physical or mental disability, or age, and/or opposition to prohibited discrimination or participation in this or any other complaint procedure. This prohibition covers harassment against any Ivy Tech employee by anyone (supervisors, co-workers, students, or non-employees) in or related to an Ivy Tech campus. As an employee of the college you are required to attend the College’s Sexual Harassment Awareness program.
Sexual harassment is simply one form of harassment covered by this policy. Sexual harassment encompasses unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other oral, written, or physical conduct of a sexual nature.
Employees are encouraged to report inappropriate behavior before it becomes severe or pervasive. An employee who believes he/she has been a victim of harassment and who desires to file a complaint to that effect should complain first to his/her immediate supervisor unless that supervisor is the subject of the complaint. The employee may also file a complaint with the Human Resources Administrator.
Safety and Violence Prevention:Ivy Tech is concerned with the safety and security of its students, staff and faculty, as well as guests and visitors to the College. It is imperative that if individuals see or hear a threat that it is reported immediately to appropriate College personnel. Appropriate College personnel will attempt to investigate threatening actions or statements (including notifying local law enforcement officials) that a reasonable person could interpret as leading to an act of possible violence.
Smoking:Ivy Tech Community College is a smoke-free work environment. Smoking is not permitted inside any facility. Smoking may be permitted in designated outdoor smoking areas. It should be noted that some campuses are completely smoke-free and smoking is not permitted on campus except inside personal vehicles.
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Section IV: Classroom Management
Section Highlights Include:
* Getting Started * First Day of Class Tips * Adjunct Faculty Authority & Safety * Code of Student Rights & Responsibilities * Select Academic Policies
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Getting Started
Prior to the beginning of the semester, there are several things you can do to make the semester run smoothly for both you and your students.
Below is a brief checklist of tasks you should complete before the first day of class.
* Complete your new-hire employment paperwork.* Sign and return your completed Adjunct Faculty Agreement.* Submit your official transcripts. * Obtain your campus ID. * Obtain parking tag/permit (if applicable). * Log onto Campus Connect to obtain e-mail address (see Technology section).* Obtain information about class location and confirmed class times. * Identify the location of your campus mailbox.* Identify the location of your storage unit (if available on your campus). * Locate the Adjunct Faculty Office or Workspace on your campus.* Confirm your attendance at campus orientation for faculty. * Obtain a copy of the text/materials used in your course.* Obtain a grade/attendance book or sheet. * Develop your course syllabus and have it approved by your program chair or course
coordinator. * Copy or request copies of your course syllabus. * Plan your first lesson. * Obtain a copy of your class roster from Campus Connect.
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First Day of Class TipsThe First Day of Class:
• The conduct of the first class meeting can greatly influence an instructor’s success in the classroom. The following are some general guidelines for the first class meeting:
– Obtain a class roster by accessing the ON-LINE FACULTY SERVICES tab of Campus Connect (specific information regarding Campus Connect is located in the Technology section of the Adjunct Faculty Resource Guide discussed in the Additional Resources section).
– Plan to arrive early for the first class meeting.
– Write your name and the course number, title, and section on the board.
– Introduce yourself and tell a little about your background, etc. This will help the students feel comfortable and assist them in beginning the learning process.
– When the class is assembled, announce the course title and section number and check the roster to make sure that all students present are officially enrolled in the course. Using an “ice-breaker” or other fun activity during this time with students can help facilitate rapport between others in the class, including the instructor.
– If a student is present, but not on the roster, ask if they have registered. If the answer is “yes,” his or her name should appear on the second week’s class roster. If the answer is “no,” inform the student that he or she will need to officially register for the course before the end of “late registration.” Direct the student to the appropriate office for registration.
– Inform the students what textbook(s), tools, materials, uniforms, etc. they will need for the course.
– Distribute the course syllabus on the first day of class. Syllabi must contain the Academic Honesty Statement, ADA Statement, and Right of Revision Statement.
– Prepare a complete lesson for the first class session, even though some students will not have purchased the book(s) or supplies.
– Set the tone for the entire semester. Be honest with students about course expectations.
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Classroom Management
Adjunct Faculty Authority and Safety:
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana adjunct faculty have the right and obligation to set reasonable behavior expectations for students in their classroom. The College has established the Code of Student Rights and Responsibilities that outline these behaviors. It is vital that College rules are consistently and fairly enforced both inside and outside the classroom, to maintain an environment that fosters learning and student success.
Provided on the next slide is an abbreviated version of the College’s Code of Student Rights and Responsibilities. In addition to these policies, adjunct faculty have the authority to establish standards regarding class attendance, tardiness, make-up work, and taking tests outside the regularly scheduled time. It is vital that adjunct faculty clearly communicate classroom policies to students in writing and verbally at the beginning of the semester. Remember, what may be assumed as common practice in your classroom may not be the case in another.
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Classroom Management
Code of Student Rights and Responsibilities:
Below is a link to the College’s Code of Student Rights and Responsibilities. This document includes detailed information regarding College policy and expectations for student behavior inside and outside the classroom. Detailed information regarding reporting, process, and appeals can be found at: http://www.ivytech.edu/schools/course-catalog.html
The College is committed to academic integrity in all its practices. The faculty value intellectual integrity and a high standard of academic conduct. Activities that violate academic integrity undermine the quality and diminish the value of educational achievement.
The reputation of Ivy Tech and the community depends, in large part, upon the behavior of its students. Students enrolled at the College are expected to conduct themselves in a mature, dignified, and honorable manner. Students are entitled to a learning atmosphere free from discrimination, harassment, sexual harassment, and intimidation. This applies to the conduct between faculty/staff to students, student to student, and students to faculty/staff.
Students are subject to College jurisdiction while enrolled at Ivy Tech. The College reserves the right to take disciplinary action against any student whose conduct, in the opinion of Ivy Tech representatives, is not in the best interests of the student, other students, or the College.
All Ivy Tech students are expected to abide by the College rules of conduct.
"Student" as used refers to a student, a group of students, a prospective student, or a group of prospective students.
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Select Academic Policies
The following are summaries of Ivy Tech’s general academic policies. This list should not be considered inclusive of all policies pertaining to adjunct faculty and students. An abbreviated version of the College’s general academic policies are contained within the Adjunct Faculty Handbook. Information on how to access the Adjunct Faculty Handbook is located in the Additional Resources section of this on-line orientation experience. Also, a complete and detailed version of all academic policies are published in the College’s Academic Policies and Procedures Manual (APPM), which is available through your campus’ Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs.
Academic Integrity (APPM 3.12): Ivy Tech Community College recognizes academic integrity as a fundamental principle of collegial life. The credibility of the College’s educational programs rests upon the foundation of student learning and integrity. Students who misrepresent their academic work violate the rights of their fellow students and undermine the faculty’s authority and their ability to assess learning. The College therefore views any act of academic dishonesty as a serious offense requiring disciplinary measures, including failure for the exam or specific coursework, course failure, suspension, and expulsion from the College. In instances where the College’s academic integrity is suspect to violation, please consult with your supervisor.
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Select Academic Policies Continued…
Attendance Policy for Adjunct Faculty (APPM 3.3):Adjunct faculty members are responsible for meeting with all scheduled classes and advising appointments. It is the responsibility of the adjunct faculty member to notify his/her supervisor or Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs, of any absence at least 24 hours in advance, unless an emergency situation precludes such notice.
Attendance Policy for Students (APPM 4.4): Students are expected to attend class meetings, or other activities assigned as part of a course of instruction, on a regular basis. Instructors are expected to provide students with a written statement at the beginning of the semester which clearly states attendance expectations. Additionally, instructors are responsible for maintaining attendance records.
Class Cancellation and Rescheduling Policy (APPM 7.4):Courses must meet for the advertised number of sessions or schedule periods/days/weeks. Classes cannot be canceled or re-scheduled without approval of the Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs.
Class Period/Letting Out Early (APPM 7.4): The standard class/lab/shop period is 50 minutes. Courses blocked scheduled for more than one hour must meet the same standard. The total instructional time must remain the same regardless of length of term. CAUTION: Any instructor or administrator who unknowingly or inadvertently provides less than the scheduled time could cause a liability for financial aid recipients for excess benefits received. Therefore, courses must meet for the advertised number of sessions or scheduled periods/days/weeks. Classes cannot be cancelled or re-scheduled without approval of the Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs or his/her designee.
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Select Academic Policies Continued…
Safety and Security – Faculty Responsibilities (APPM 3.5): The health and well being of students and employees are major concerns for the institution. It shall be the policy of the College to conform to the provisions of the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) as they apply to the operations of the College, specifically in maintaining a workplace that is free from hazards that would be likely to cause death, serious physical harm, or diseases in connection with work performed. Faculty are expected to strictly observe OSHA requirements and all other local, state, and federal safety rules and regulations that pertain to the classroom/lab/clinic.
Student Rights and Responsibilities (APPM 9.1):The purpose and overall objective of the Student Rights and Responsibilities policies at Ivy Tech are to provide a process for the fair and just administration of the College’s student judicial system and provide students, faculty and staff with the College rules and procedures for due process. A copy of the Ivy Tech Student Rights and Responsibilities may be obtained from the Student Affairs office on your campus.
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Select Academic Policies Continued…
Syllabus Requirements (APPM 1.5): All Ivy Tech course syllabi are expected to meet minimum standards. Syllabi should communicate clear and concise information to help the student understand the scope of the course and expectations for successful completion. All syllabi should contain the following required information which should be identical to information obtained from the Course Outline of Record (COR): course title, course prefix and number, prerequisites, co- requisites, program, division, credit hours, contact hours, catalog description, major course learning objectives, course content, Academic Honesty Statement, Copyright Policy and ADA statement.
Additionally, syllabi must also contain: Instructor’s name, Instructor’s phone number, Instructor’s Ivy Tech e-mail address, Instructor’s office location and hours (if applicable), course section number, additional course learning objectives, required text or other instructional materials, required consumable materials and equipment supplied by the student, method(s) of instructional delivery, method(s) of evaluation, grading scale, make-up policy, attendance policy, activities scheduled, last date to drop course without a grade or “W”, the name and location of the Disabled Student Support Coordinator or administrator, and right of revision statement.
Additional optional information may be contained in course syllabi at the discretion of the instructor. For more detailed information, please refer to APPM 1.5 or consult with your supervisor.
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Section V:
Technology
Section Highlights Include:
* Technology Overview
* Campus Connect
* Library Resources & Virtual Library
* Help Desk Information
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Technology OverviewAs a community college that serves a widerange of educational needs throughout the state, Ivy Tech relies on technology for a variety of uses. Ivy Tech’s technology and on-line services are delivered through a single portal, known as Campus Connect. Students, faculty, staff and administrators use this single portal to access the College’s resources and services. Campus Connect serves as the primary venue for communication within the College. Therefore, all employees are expected to access and use their Campus Connect log-in on a regular basis.
Through Campus Connect, adjunct faculty are able to:
* Access the College’s e-mail system
* Access the College’s Distance Education platform powered by Blackboard
* Utilize Pronto, an instant messaging feature that can be used in conjunction with students enrolled in your courses
* Download Respondus, a software product which works with Blackboard for delivering on-line tests or as a stand alone product for delivering printed tests
* Install Classtop, a software package that enables faculty to “drag and drop” files from their PC into the Distance Education platform powered by Blackboard
* Access on-line faculty services that enable faculty to view their course schedule, view and print class rosters, and submit student grades
And Much, Much More!!
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Campus Connect
As a new adjunct faculty member, you will need to create a Campus Connect account to access and utilize the College’stechnology resources. Below is a list of steps that need to be completed in order to create your account. These steps are also published on the Campus Connect website.
To access Campus Connect for the first time:
1.) Use a web browser to access the Internet (current browser recommendations are located on the Campus Connect web page listed below)
2.) Type https://cc.ivytech.edu in the address line and hit ENTER
3.) Click on the FIRST TIME USERS link to set up your account and establish your password
4.) Enter your Username and Password in the Secure Access Login box on the Campus Connect home page
5.) Click the LOGIN button
In the event you experience difficulty setting up your Campus Connect account, contact the Ivy Tech Help Desk. Theircontact information and hours of operation are located on the next page.
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Help Desk Information
The Ivy Tech Help Desk is available to assist you with any on-line issues, including Campus Connect, Distance Learning, and E-mail. The Help Desk may be contacted on-line or via telephone.
1.) To contact the Help Desk on-line, go to the HELP channel on the HOME tab of Campus Connect.
2.) Click the FAQ link to see answers to frequently asked questions about Campus Connect.
3.) Click the TUTORIALS AND TRAINING link to learn more about using Campus Connect.
4.) If you need personal technical assistance, click the CONTACT THE HELPDESKlink to create a ticket.
Also, the Help Desk is reachable by phone at 1-877-IVY TECH. The hours for the Help Desk are as follows:
Tuesday – Thursday: 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Friday: 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. Saturday – Monday: 24 Hours
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Library Resources & Virtual Library
Each of Ivy Tech’s 23 campuses has a library. The College’s libraries have purchased several shared on-line resources so that students around the state can have similar access, regardless of the size of the campus they attend. Each library has a core collection of reference, program-related, and general education support materials. Each library also offers reference service to assist students with research.
There is a statewide library catalog that displays the resources of all 23 campuses. Students and faculty can also search the catalogs of several other Indiana colleges and university libraries. There is an inter-library loan service that enables students and faculty to borrow materials from other libraries (both inside and outside the Ivy Tech system) when they are not available locally. Tours of the library are available at each campus, see your campus librarian for more information. Hours of operation, staffing, and some services vary from campus to campus. To access the College’s virtual library system or for a tutorial, visit the following website: www.ivytech.edu/library
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Section VI:
Additional Resources
Section Highlights Include:
* On-line Resources
* Campus Resources
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Adjunct Faculty Resources
On-Line Resources:
The College has developed several on-line resources to support adjunct faculty. All on-line resources, including but not limited to the Adjunct Faculty Resource Guide and the Adjunct Faculty Employee Handbook are located in the On-Line Adjunct Faculty Resource Center and are contained within the Faculty Services tab of Campus Connect. Remember, in order to access these resources, you must create a Campus Connect Account. Go to https://cc.ivytech.edu.
Campus Resources:
Each campus of Ivy Tech Community College has developed resources specific to the needs of adjunct faculty. Please contact your instructional supervisor, adjunct faculty coordinator, or the Academic Affairs office for detailed information regarding the resources and services provided to you.
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Thank You!
Thank you for completing the On-Line Adjunct Faculty Orientation.
This website will remain active and you are encouraged to visit it from time to time as a resource.
It is strongly recommended that you schedule time with your instructional supervisor to continue the orientation process. Some additional items that your supervisor will be able to discuss with you include, but are not limited to: reporting attendance, reporting “no shows,” and other administrative tasks that need to be completed at the beginning of the semester.
Again, on behalf of the entire College, welcome to Ivy Tech Community College. We are glad that you have chosen to share your time, talent, and expertise with us and our students.
