The teacher-centered "writing across the curriculum" program at Michigan Technological University has as its main thrust to educate teachers from all disciplines in the functions and processes of language, to provide a framework for assistance with pedagogical strategies, and to provide follow-up experiences necessary to create a…

Discusses topics pertinent to staffing in the two-year college, including differences in two-year college programs, preparatory programs for two-year college teachers, one department's standards in hiring teachers, challenges posed by open enrollment policies, and ways new faculty members at one college are helped to grow, improve, and be…

The Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Association sponsored a program in 1976 to acquaint faculty with "pharmaceutical industry practices and policies, particularly those related to the marketing function." Results of faculty and company evaluation questionnaires of faculty visitation are presented. Most of the faculty were interested in…

Basic humanistic values are summarized and the need for mutual respect between humanists and faculty development specialists is discussed. It is suggested that differences can be aired and then shared beliefs will emerge, resulting in a new respect for the seriousness of purpose and commitment between the two groups. (LBH)

The obstacles to and requirements for the institutionalization of change are addressed, including how beneficial programs such as faculty development can be secured and sustained on campus. (Author/LBH)

Describes the steps taken by Broward Community College, Florida, to create a caring staff community, including a weekend retreat, a Wednesday activity period, and an annual "Community Development Day." Recommendations for implementation at other colleges are included. (RT)

Middle managers will be under the greatest strain as colleges and universities continue to adopt more efficient administrative practices and cut costs. They will meet the challenge by watching their time carefully and by maintaining professional development. (Author/LBH)

A national survey was made of faculty development and teacher improvement programs, considering: how effective they tend to be, the types of faculty most involved, and how programs are funded and organized. Results are presented, and the need for objective evaluation of such programs is noted. (LBH)

Application of the natural science-technical research model to the study and development of teaching has had a distorting and disintegrating effect on education. Teachers must be encouraged to participate in the study and development of their profession, and learning environments must be studied singly and in their full context. (JC)

Seventy medical school faculty at seven institutions who had taken a sabbatical leave were interviewed about their experience, and 15 who were eligible but had not taken a sabbatical were asked their reasons for abstaining. Presabbatical planning was emphasized as the key to a satisfying sabbatical. (Author/MLW)

This study compared vocational education programs in schools of education with those in schools of engineering or technology by considering (1) tenure track faculty; (2) financially supported graduate students; (3) faculty on 12-month contracts; (4) professional meetings attended; (5) reimbursement for professional development; (6) budget; (7)…

Shares experiences of a weekly writing workshop for faculty. Provides guidelines for presentation of papers and editorial help. (MS)

The Division of Medicine of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services identified 194 essential nonclinical skills and developed four model medical faculty development curricula exemplifying appropriate ways to conduct faculty development for different types of faculty members. Forty-one recommendations for future faculty development…

While deans and department heads can create a nurturing environment for faculty development, a significant burden of responsibility should be taken by each faculty member. (MSE)

Before committing itself to new career programs, a higher education institution should answer some basic questions about their implications for faculty development. Early programs to help faculty adjust to the new career curricula will lead to their more successful integration on campus. (Author/MSE)