Educational Pathways A Faculty Development Resource

by Kalanick, Kathryn

• ISBN13: 9781401872588
• ISBN10: 1401872581
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2006-05-01
• Publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning

Summary

Educational Pathways to Excellence: A Professional Development Resource, is a much-needed resource that addresses the training needs of instructors and educators. The unique three-track approach gives this resource wide appeal, following the experiences of three individual educators of varying experience. Fred is a brand new educator, Barbara is an experienced educator, and Colleen is a Program Director. The book is based on real life experiences and speaks directly to the reader, giving it a conversational feel. The book addresses issues that are common to all disciplines in all geographic locations, and is written for a wide range of skill levels. Finally there is a through resource available on how to educate the educators that has an appealing down-to-earth style and presents topics with multiple approaches. This something-for-everyone educator resource is a unique solution with wide appeal. It is scenario based so that the reader can walk away with concrete examples, and it is an interactive resource that keeps the reader engaged and interested in the subject matter. This long-awaited educator resource, created with the aspiring and experienced educator in mind, allows for the continuous improvement of the new or seasoned professional and will become an invaluable teaching tool and resource.

Table of Contents

Preface	p. xvii
Acknowledgments	p. xxi
So Teach	p. 1
New Educator
Introduction	p. 2
Skills of an Educator	p. 3
Experienced Educator
Introduction	p. 15
Recapture the Joy of Teaching	p. 16
Options	p. 17
Challenges	p. 19
Understand the Power of You	p. 23
Program Director
Introduction	p. 26
Organization: Taking Over the Position from the Previous Regime	p. 26
Evaluating Existing Staff	p. 27
Setting Boundaries: Establishing a Management Style	p. 28
Firm, Fair, Consistent	p. 31
Hiring New Instructors	p. 32
Training New Instructors	p. 38
Motivating Existing Faculty	p. 40
Faculty Retention	p. 41
Educator Meetings	p. 42
Evaluating Curriculum and Textbooks	p. 43
Budgets	p. 44
Employee Evaluations	p. 44
Student Retention	p. 49
The Art of Education	p. 51
New Educator
Introduction	p. 52
The Basics	p. 52
Additional Scholastic Terminology	p. 60
Experienced Educator
Introduction	p. 67
The Next Level	p. 68
Program Director
Introduction	p. 77
Where to Begin	p. 78
Preliminary Research	p. 78
Planning	p. 79
Course Sequencing	p. 80
Textbooks and Support Material	p. 81
Clock Hour to Credit Hour Conversion	p. 82
Equipment and Supply List	p. 83
Library Resources	p. 84
Advisory Board	p. 84
Physical Curriculum	p. 86
Lesson Plan	p. 87
Marketing	p. 88
First Day of Class	p. 88
The Classroom Environment	p. 90
New Educator
Introduction	p. 91
The Basics of Classroom Design	p. 92
Floor Plans and Furniture Layout	p. 98
Experienced Educator
Introduction	p. 107
Returning to School as an Adult	p. 107
Tools of an Experienced Educator	p. 108
Creating Respect in the Classroom	p. 108
Attitude	p. 110
Caring, Compassion, and Kindness	p. 111
Organization, Structure, and Flexibility	p. 111
Group Dynamics	p. 112
How to Avoid Favoritism	p. 113
Handling Student Grievances	p. 114
Program Director
Introduction	p. 117
Supporting the Physical Classroom	p. 117
Providing Emotional Support to the Instructors	p. 118
The Role of Peacemaker	p. 119
Portrait of an Ideal Educator	p. 124
New Educator
Introduction	p. 125
The New Instructor's Motto: Be Prepared	p. 125
Don't Be a Classroom Casualty	p. 127
Experienced Educator
Introduction	p. 133
Traits of the Ideal Experienced Educator	p. 133
Other Qualities of an Ideal Educator	p. 135
Program Director
Introduction	p. 142
Hands Off or Hands On	p. 142
Time Management	p. 143
Constructive Discipline	p. 144
Dismissing an Instructor	p. 144
Monitoring	p. 145
Measuring an Educator's Progress	p. 145
Faculty Complaints, Concerns, and Questions	p. 145
Student Complaints, Concerns, and Questions	p. 146
Portrait of a Perfect Student	p. 149
New Educator
Introduction	p. 150
How to Create the Portrait of the Perfect Student	p. 151
Diversity	p. 156
Experienced Educator
Introduction	p. 159
Adults with Adult Responsibilities	p. 159
Gender, Age, and Employment Barriers	p. 163
Previously Learned Behaviors and Attitudes	p. 164
Defense Mechanisms	p. 165
Program Director
Introduction	p. 168
Adults with Adult Responsibilities	p. 168
Improving on Perfect	p. 169
Student Concerns	p. 169
Learning Styles	p. 175
New Educator
Introduction	p. 176
Three Basic Learning Styles	p. 177
Blending Learning Styles	p. 182
Providing Study Tips Based on Student Learning Styles	p. 183
Experienced Educator
Introduction	p. 187
Learning Style Predominance	p. 190
Personal Instructor Presentation	p. 191
Program Director
Introduction	p. 195
Mini-Presentations	p. 195
Classroom Management	p. 197
New Educator
Introduction	p. 198
Overview of Classroom Management	p. 198
Understanding Classroom Behavior	p. 199
Types of Classroom Behavior	p. 199
Other Types of Disruptive Classroom Behavior	p. 203
Stages of Classroom Management	p. 204
Alternatives That Lead to Better Classroom Management	p. 205
Strategies for Managing Classroom Challenges	p. 206
Group Dynamics and Team Building	p. 208
Experienced Educator
Introduction	p. 211
Case Study A	p. 212
Case Study B	p. 212
Case Study C	p. 213
Case Study D	p. 213
Case Study E	p. 214
Program Director
Introduction	p. 215
Answers to Experienced Educator Case Studies	p. 216
The Power of Presentation	p. 222
New Educator
Introduction	p. 223
Components of a Dynamic Presentation	p. 224
Audiovisual Aids	p. 229
Additional Options for Optimum Audience Enhancement	p. 231
Experienced Educator
Introduction	p. 232
Components of a Dynamic Presentation	p. 233
Specific Tips for More Powerful Audiovisual Presentations	p. 235
Evaluate your Presentation Modifications	p. 237
Program Director
Introduction	p. 239
Your Role as a Powerful Presenter	p. 241
Retention	p. 244
New Educator
Introduction	p. 246
Why Students Withdraw	p. 246
Fear of Success	p. 247
Buying into Their Education	p. 250
Making the Connection, Making It Personal	p. 251
Basic Ingredients for Improved Retention	p. 253
Experienced Educator
Introduction	p. 256
Case Study A	p. 256
Case Study B	p. 257
Case Study C	p. 258
Case Study D	p. 258
Case Study E	p. 258
Program Director
Introduction	p. 261
Answers to Experienced Educator Case Studies	p. 261
Measurement Tools	p. 267
New Educator
Introduction	p. 269
Types of Measurement Tools	p. 270
Exams	p. 273
Assignments	p. 280
Experienced Educator
Introduction	p. 286
Reliability and Validity of Exams and Assignments	p. 286
Alternative Assignments	p. 287
Program Director
Introduction	p. 291
Motivation and Inspiration	p. 294
New Educator
Introduction	p. 296
What Motivates	p. 296
Strategies to Motivate	p. 297
Experienced Educator
Author Note	p. 301
Program Director
Introduction	p. 308
Build a Reward System	p. 309
Inspiration	p. 310
Academic Terms	p. 312
Who's Who at Your School and What Do They Do?	p. 319
Additional Activities	p. 324
Suggestions for Further Reading	p. 329
Works Cited	p. 331
Index	p. 333
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