FYE Instructor Training Trainers: Julie McLaughlin and Diane Stump

FYE Instructor Training

History of FYE Pilot study CAR 9002 (graduation requirement) – Moved from list of required topics to required instructor training FYE Instructor Training

History of FYE 2006 – Advisory Committee formed – Changed from CAR to FYE – Survey Monkey evaluation of ALL instructors – Standardized syllabus – One credit and three credit option – Required Blackboard component FYE Instructor Training

FYE Instructor Training History of FYE 2008 – Added two credit option 2009 – Separate required training for all three courses – Created “master course template” for each course in Blackboard

History of FYE 2010 – Author in residence – New text – Required FYE Certification – Designated classroom – FYE Program Chair FYE Instructor Training

FYE Advisory Committee Co-Chairs: Julie McLaughlin Diane Stump Members: Doug BowlingDavid Hensley Becky BurrellDebbie Lierl Annette ClarkJon McKamey Temesha Corbin-ChristianJoyce Rimlinger Kelly HarperLynn Sadowski FYE Instructor Training

- Credit hours - Credit hour FYE Courses FYE 9001-College Survival Skills (one credit hour) FYE 9002-College Success Strategies (two credit hours) FYE 9003-The Community College Experience (three credit hours) FYE Instructor Training

Impact of a Successful FYE Program FYE Instructor Training

Impact of a Successful FYE Program FYE Instructor Training Overall Course satisfaction is high (combined rating by students over past 2 years) % excellent or very good % excellent or very good % excellent or very good

New Instructors MUST MUST attend adjunct orientation for Humanities and Sciences MUST MUST complete Blackboard training FYE Instructor Training

How do instructors get to teach 9002 and 9003? MUST MUST teach 9001 first one year) Various options for movement: Based on evaluations and performance in the classroom Can shadow or team teach with an “expert” teacher This is a REWARD! FYE Instructor Training

Standardized Syllabus (overview) Instructor Information – Instructors must fill in appropriate information Required Texts Course Description Course Outcomes Grading Class Attendance/Participation FYE Instructor Training

Standardized Syllabus (overview) Tardiness Cell phones and other electronic devices Papers Late Assignments Class Progress How to best reach an instructor Plagiarism/Cheating FYE Instructor Training

Standardized Syllabus (overview) Classroom Etiquette Discussion Boards Reading Quizzes Quizzes Disability Accommodations Additional Support Services FYE Instructor Training

Instructor’s Materials McLaughlin Thriving in the Community College & Beyond: Strategies for Academic Success and Personal Development by : Cuseo, Thompson, McLaughlin, and Moono – Planner (packaged with book)  FYE Master Course  Instructor’s Manual from publisher (on-line)  Cincinnati State Instructor’s Handbook (only get ONE of these) or new handouts  PowerPoint (customized by course) FYE Instructor Training

Technology to be used in all FYE Courses Blackboard – Discussion Board – Quizzes – Grade Book – Master Course – Posting syllabus, schedule, assignments, etc. from Instructor Resource Center FYE Instructor Training

CSTATE Modules Will be in all FYE Master Courses Some material covered in class, some via Blackboard CSTATE Modules 1-6 – 1-Introduction to FYE and CS Modules – 2-College Overview – 3-Student Services – 4-CS Web – 5-Academic Policies and Procedures – 6-Reflecting on FYE FYE Instructor Training

Components Common to all three FYE Courses FYE Papers Important Dates Chart Victim/Creator (Who’s in Charge?) Surge Mail Assignment Netiquette Advisor Appointment FYE Instructor Training

Components Common to all three FYE Courses Go Green Quiz Cincinnati State Modules Blackboard My Power Learning Course Evaluations (Survey Monkey and college wide) Diversity Paper Tying it All Together FYE Instructor Training

Expectations of FYE Instructors Be consistent Use Blackboard Post grades and other information in a timely manner Be a good role model Be on time FYE Instructor Training

Expectations of FYE Instructors Respond to students in a timely manner with adequate communication – Within 24 business hours – Remember your audience – Let them know your preferred method of communication FYE Instructor Training

Expectations of FYE Instructors Follow the standardized syllabus If you can’t hold a class, get a sub! Must do both Survey Monkey and college-wide evaluations Ask questions HAVE FUN FYE Instructor Training

Consequences for not meeting Expectations Receive a warning – Have one term to rectify situation If no improvement, certification is pulled – NO teaching FYE courses FYE Instructor Training

What CAN NOT be Changed Grading policies and scale Classroom expectations The syllabus (both policies and course schedule) Assignments on the syllabus Blackboard Components MUST Quizzes MUST be given on-line FYE Instructor Training

What CAN be Changed Academic freedom-HOW you teach the topics In-class assignments Additional assignments FYE Instructor Training

The Future of FYE Qualifications for instructors Transition to semesters Certification of instructors Continued quality improvement Continue to present at regional and national conferences FYE Instructor Training

Instructor Compensation 3 levels of compensation for adjuncts – $330 per unit (1 - 4 terms) – $365 per unit (5 – 8 terms)and professional development training – $400 per unit (9 +terms) and professional development training 2 levels of compensation for staff and administrators – $400 per unit – $500 per unit (online, after 4 p.m., or weekends) Rates subject to change based on Board of Trustees Approvals FYE Instructor Training

Demand for Course Continues to Grow

FYE Instructor Training We need your help!!! Course continues to grow! Consider team teaching Need more instructors-RECRUIT Need more sections-consider your load

FYE Instructor Training Requesting a Class Standard sent with some class options – If none of those sections work, send preferred days and times to Diane sent to check your schedule on Blackboard

FYE Instructor Training Options for instructors Sit in on someone else's class for new ideas Contact Julie or Diane with questions regarding FYE issues – Julie-1891 – Diane-1546 Contact Dr. Jon McKamey with questions regarding Blackboard issues – Jon-1696

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