Describes the inservice training program initiated at Delphi College, New York. Discusses the various programs organized as part of overall staff development. Contends that inservice programs provide staff with the confidence and competence to improve the teaching/learning environment in a time of evolving instructional technology. (CAM)

Reports findings of two nationwide surveys of two-year college faculty, one of which focused on humanities instructors. Identifies the characteristics and discusses the attitudes of faculty members, especially with regard to self-image, basic values, job satisfaction and concerns, teaching, and professional development. (DD)

In 1979, seminars were held at five locations in Florida to promote the interchange of ideas about instructional and curricular improvement among community college faculty. These seminars are described in terms of college credit offered, papers and projects required, and outcomes and benefits. (JP)

Asserts that community college faculty development programs should take place in concert with institutional development and should nurture professionalism by recognizing faculty autonomy and by realizing that attempts to refine teaching practices through externally imposed faculty development take away this autonomy but may not improve instruction…