Research indicates multi-section coordination improves the academic performance of students in STEM education. This paper describes the process of coordination in Precalculus, Calculus 1, and Calculus 2 courses undertaken by a large department that grew from the merger of two institutions through a pilot program and a project grant. Components…

Concerns about the cost of higher education and student loan debt have resulted in increasing efforts by policymakers and university administrators to find alternative ways to support the financing of higher education for students. The authors present a case study of a student-led philanthropy campaign to generate funding for social work student…

Many times distance education policy is created after an institution has already begun offering online courses and programs. In addition, faculty members may be left out of the discussions about and creation of distance education policy, yet expected to willingly teach online courses. A recent study exploring faculty perceptions of the distance…

The concept of growth contracting in higher education and the applications and limitations of growth plans are examined. In addition, critical steps in the process of developing contracts with faculty are identified. A professional growth plan is a binding agreement, which helps faculty and institutional representatives clarify specific goals.…

The simulation scenario for a two-day problem-solving workshop proposes: "You have just been appointed to the Instructional Resources Laboratory Planning Committee Plan, organize, and operate the laboratory for two years." The purpose of this workshop was to bring fresh ideas to the problem of assisting faculty members to become better teachers.…

A study to explore faculty nonparticipation in teaching improvement programs is described. Faculty nonparticipation was viewed as a function of interacting personal and situational factors. Questionnaire results were compared along disciplinary lines and according to participation in instructional workshops. (Author/MLW)

Fund-raising campaigns among the employees of colleges and universities have been very successful in some cases, and have not only involved both current and retired faculty and staff but have also built institutional unity and led to increased external giving. Examples of institutional campaigns provide insights into the planning of such programs.…

Faculty can be helpful by providing commentaries to newspaper op-ed pages, but such a public relations program requires consistency, tact, good internal communications, thoughtfulness, and marketing skills. (MSE)

The Eastern Michigan University Staff Development for School Improvement Program (SDSI) has involved over 25 school districts and 60 schools within the Detroit Metropolitan area since 1978. This program offers teachers a process for planning their own professional development, with a view toward improving the instructional environment and teacher…

How Hampden-Sydney College achieved 50 percent alumni participation in its annaul fund appeal is described. The plan included national and regional phonathons, an intensive mailing campaign, and an alumni contact program through area clubs. Some tips included: using alumni volunteers, enlisting student workers, and using the president and college…

Firm planning objectives, clearly stated relationships to overall institutional objectives, faculty involvement, and active leadership are advocated for successful academic planning. Faculty involvement is dependent on the strength of the technical, marketing, and budgeting staffs, and involvement in the planning process may kindle faculty…

A review of literature on service learning in higher education suggests ways in which colleges and universities can support faculty's involvement in this approach to education. Issues discussed include recruitment of faculty to teach service courses, barriers and inhibitors to teacher motivation, faculty development strategies, and changes in…

Analyzes responses of faculty members to participation in the University of California's Extended University, outlining reasons why teaching units and individual faculty members participate in or oppose the concept of part-time continuing education at on- and off-campus locations. Lists guidelines for others considering extended education or…

Conducted by Nancy Brandt and Bernice Haney, this study looked at internal and external forces affecting educational change efforts in four schools of education. The study compared institutions with both high activity and staff involvement in program development to those with low activity and involvement. Data were collected through structured…

A successful California engineering program helps minority students graduate from college by providing a strong student network, extensive tutoring and counseling, and direct faculty involvement. (MSE)