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Not Another Inventory, Rather A Catalyst For Reflection, Neil D. Fleming, Colleen Mills

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Developing a Technique

The Catalyst

A Pattern for Discussion

Help Sheets

Using the Technique

Discussion

Conclusion

References

Appendix A: How Do I Learn Best

Appendix B

Conducting Discussions In The Diverse Classroom, Andrew S. Knoedler, Mary Ann Shea

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Cognitive Frameworks

Felder and Silverman-Learning Styles

Perry and Cognitive Development

Belenky et al. and Women's Ways of Knowing

Additional Strategies for Facilitating Discussion in the Diverse Classroom

Flick-Inclusive Teaching

Collett-Teaching in the Culturally Diverse Classroom

Billingsley-Fostering Diversity Through Discussion

Conclusion

References

Conducting Effective Peer Classroom Observations, Barbara J. Millis

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The Case for Peer Classroom Observations

Conducting Peer Observations

Conclusion

References

Appendix A: Classroom Visit Instrument (Consolidated)

Appendix B: Self-Assessment Instrument For General Teaching (Consolidated), Faculty Self-Assessment Questionnaire

Appendix C: Self-Assessment Instrument For Specific Session (Consolidated), Classroom Session Self-Appraisal, by Barbara J. Millis

Appendix D

Cosmopolitan Communities For Faculty Developers, Myrna J. Smith, Steve Golin, Enid Friedman

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Partners in Learning Coordinators' Meetings

Partners in Learning Program

History and Development of the Coordinators' Meetings

Faculty Development Network

History and Evolution of FDN

The Annual Meeting

Networking

Conclusion

References

Inclusive Teaching: A Workshop On Cultural Diversity, Emily C. Wadsworth

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Setting Workshop Goals

Opening the Workshop

Developing a Culturally Sensitive Perspective

Explaining Theories of Cultural Variability

Comparing U.S. Values with Collectivist/High Context Values

Creating an Inclusive Classroom

Applying Cultural Knowledge

Conclusion

References

Appendix

The Case of the Irate Students

The Case of the Silent Students

What Tenure Files Can Reveal To Us About Evaluation Of Teaching Practices: Implications For Instructional/Faculty Developers, David Way

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This article describes a study that examined the way teaching is evaluated for tenure and promotion at Cornell University. After reviewing tenure files from several different colleges in the university and interviewing deans in the colleges, the author reported great variation among colleges in the kind of information that is collected and retained in tenure files. In addition to providing the results of the analysis of the files, the author identifies recommendations that were made based on the findings and discusses the role of instructional/faculty developers in assisting faculty in the documentation of their teaching.

Hard Times Signal Challenges For Faculty Developers, Elizabeth Fideler, Mary Deane Sorcinelli

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Articulation of the Problems

Creative Solutions

Involving Faculty in Program Initiatives

Seeking Administrative Leadership

Encouraging Collegiality

Creating Systems of "Outside" Support

Providing Rewards and Recognition

Conclusion

References

Interviews With Exiting Faculty: Why Do They Leave?, Deborah Olsen

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Method

Sample

Measures

Results

Work Environment - Support and Resources

Teaching and Research

Review Procedures and Participation in Decision-Making

Salary

Job Satisfaction

Places for Relocation and Reasons for Choices

Summary and Recommendations

Rewards for Teaching

Communication of Expectations

Conflict Between Teaching and Research

Salary

Conclusion

References

The Case Of Edwina Armstrong, Rita Silverman, William M. Welty

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Edwina Annstrong, assistant professor of psychology, pushed her glasses up into her hair and massaged the bridge of her nose as she listened to Shirlee Jasper's complaints.

Use of the Case entitled "Edwina Armstrong"

Reflections On Teaching Courses In Faculty Development: Three Case Studies, Kathleen T. Brinko, Richard G. Tiberius, Sally S. Atkins, Judy A. Greene

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Richard Tiberius: Reflections on a Graduate Course at the University of Toronto

Sally Atkins: Reflections on a Graduate Seminar at Appalachian State University

Judy Greene: Reflections on a Training Institute for New Faculty Developers

Themes Across the Case Studies

Conclusion

References

Section Iii: Strategies For Enhancing Faculty /Instructional Development Programs

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This section focuses on strategies that can be used in the faculty development process.

Gender Differences In Faculty Perceptions Of Factors That Enhance And Inhibit Academic Career Growth, Edwin L. Simpson

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Method

Results

Influences on Career Choice

Fulfillment in the Job

The Mentoring Role

Career Satisfaction

Implications

Conclusion

References

Using Cases About Teaching For Faculty Development, Luann Wilkerson, John Boehrer

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Creating and Collecting Cases

Setting Up Case-Based Workshops

Facilitating Case Discussions

Setting Clear Expectations

Managing Time

Asking and Encouraging Questions

Listening

Organizing and Structuring

Avoiding Common Problems

Conclusion

References

Other Resources

Section Ii: Strategies For Enhancing Teaching And Learning

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The teaching success of faculty is partly dependent on their having a broad repertoire of instructional strategies to use in various situations. The three articles in this section of the volume focus on some of those strategies as possible ways of enhancing teaching and learning.

Team Learning: A Comprehensive Approach For Harnessing The Power Of Small Groups In Higher Education, Larry K. Michaelsen

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Team Learning Defined

Guidelines for Using Team Learning

Answering Key Design Questions

Forming Team Learning Groups

Establishing a Grading System

Using Minitests to ''Cover" Content Without Lectures

Developing Group Assignments and Activities

Ensuring the Development of Performance-Oriented Group Norms

Benefits of Using Comprehensive Group-Based Instruction

Using Instructional Resources Efficiently

Providing Social Support for Students

Developing Interpersonal Skills

Building and Maintaining Instructor Enthusiasm for Teaching

References