Where have all the teachers gone? North dakota state college of science By Dr. susan bornsen- susan.bornsen@ndscs.edu

Where have all the teachers gone? *with apologies to pete seeger Long time passing- Long time ago- Gone to adjuncts everywhere- When will they ever learn? When will they---ever learn.

INTRODUCTIONs NORTH DAKOTA STATE COLLEGE OF SCIENCE NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY

why train adjuncts? Pilot survey of adjunct instructors Likes Dislikes Number of years ‘adjuncting' Number of institutions Suggestions for training

Topics of discussion Curriculum Classroom discipline LMS training Mentors First day of class Orientation Assessment

curriculum Textbooks Syllabi Common exams Schedules Stats

classroom discipline Start tough Cell phones and social media On-line Cheating

LMS training New employee checklist Passwords Office hours Contact information (including emergency contact) Gradebook Office supplies

mentoring Training Contact person Confidant Support

MENTORING Monthly meetings Schedule at beginning of semester Same time each month Treats What’s in it for mentors? What’s in it for mentees?

first day of class Take attendance Discuss syllabus Check student enrollment Calculators Use proper math terms Testing Mistakes!

orientation Campus resources Student services Counseling Disability Services Tutoring Library Where to send students when… One stop shop?

assessment Student evaluations Classroom visits HLC assessment

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questions? THANK YOU!