1. Professional Excellences
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2. PRACTICAL EXCELLENCES
Adapts instruction based on student learning outcomes data
Addresses diverse problems students may encounter
Implements Instructional content based on the makeup of the course/class
Demonstrates willingness to make reasonable exceptions in unusual situations
Flexible Adaptive Practice

3. PRACTICAL EXCELLENCES
Utilizes a variety of teaching strategies to ensure students are learning
Uses technology effectively to enhance the learning process
Utilizes college resources to support student learning
Well Organized practice:
Provides clear expectations
Provides timely feedback
Paces courses effectively
Resourceful practice

4. PRACTICAL EXCELLENCES
Provides clear expectations
Provides timely feedback
Paces courses effectively
Well Organized practice

5. INTELLECTUAL EXCELLENCES
Conducts research, attends conferences, engages in travel related to teaching and/or professional development
Relates subject matter to other disciplines outside one’s own field
Scholarly/Knowledgeable/Con tent Expert practice

6. INTELLECTUAL EXCELLENCES
Teaches real-world applications and problem solving
Demonstrates ability to do Independent thinking through research and/or problem solving
Critical Thinking practice

7. PROFESSIONAL EXCELLENCES
Actively contributes to college committees
Serves community
Demonstrates commitment to student success
Dedicated practice

8. PROFESSIONAL EXCELLENCES
Models professional behavior
Works consistently towards department/program goals
Encourages student responsibility through consistent application of standards
Responsible/Fostering Responsibility practice

9. PROFESSIONAL EXCELLENCES
Collegially supports other faculty members
Cultivates environment that promotes constructive change
Optimistic/Positive-Minded practice

10. INSTRUCTIONAL EXCELLENCES
Keeps current in field of expertise
Provides quality feedback to students
Makes complex concepts understandable to students
Competent in teaching subject matter practice

11. INSTRUCTIONAL EXCELLENCES
Gives assignments that stimulate critical thought and independent judgment
Effectively “performs” through expressions, tone of voice, and gestures that communicate and reinforce relevant ideas
Engaging/Interesting practice

12. INSTRUCTIONAL EXCELLENCES
Provides positive feedback to students
Empowers students to take control of their learning
Inspiring/Encouraging practice

13. Relies on credible sources to justify pedagogy Knows own limits
ETHICAL EXCELLENCES
Relies on credible sources to justify pedagogy
Knows own limits
Honest/Sincere practice

14. Exhibits Accountability Demonstrates importance of hard work
ETHICAL EXCELLENCES
Exhibits Accountability
Demonstrates importance of hard work
Integrity practice

15. ETHICAL EXCELLENCES Demonstrates cultural sensitivity
Makes reasonable accommodations to students to ensure their success
Adheres to curriculum as determined by the department
Provides clear expectations and instructions
Implements and adheres to course and college policies with consistency
Fair/Equitable practice

16. Fosters student independence, autonomy, and self-confidence
ETHICAL EXCELLENCES
Fosters student independence, autonomy, and self-confidence
Demonstrates openness to meaningful discussion
Respectful practice

17. INTERPERSONAL EXCELLENCES
Creates open, welcoming environment
Establishes rapport with students
Accessible to students
Devotes time to accommodate students’ individual needs and concerns
Approachable practice

18. INTERPERSONAL EXCELLENCES
Establishes trust with students
Empathy for students’ circumstances
Reaches out to students in need of guidance/assistance
Caring practice

19. INTERPERSONAL EXCELLENCES
Actively listens to students
Clearly communicates information
Provides relevant feedback
Effective communicator practice

20. INTERPERSONAL EXCELLENCES
Gives assignments and exams that are consistent with course syllabus (Program Learning Outcomes and General Education Learning Outcomes as necessary)
Exhibits candor towards class about instructor’s personal level of understanding
Transparent/Authentic practice