Preface
Part I: Creating Continuity
Chapter 1: The Course Coordinator’s Role
Differing Roles and Responsibilities of the Course Coordinator
Course Coordination Configurations
What Constitutes Effective Coordination?
How This Book Can Help You Coordinate More Effectively (Or Better
Understand What Course Coordination Entails)
References
Recommended Readings
Chapter 2: Program Vision
The Foundations of Program Vision
Key Elements of Program Vision
Understanding Program Vision for Introductory Course Success
Understanding Program Vision for Coordinator Success
Learning and Evaluating Program Vision
Articulating Program Vision
Program Vision as a Source of Program Strength
Dialogue and Vision
References
Recommended Readings
Chapter 3: Meaningful Assessment
Understanding Assessment Constructively
An Effort at Meaningful Assessment
Assisting Colleagues with Assessment
Designing Appropriate Assessment
Methods for Assessment
The Power of Assessment
References
Recommended Readings
Chapter 4: Creating Continuity through Common Syllabi and Grading Expectations
The Coordinator and the Common Syllabus
Structure vs. Flexibility
Elements of a Common Syllabus
Strategies for Creating Common Grading Expectations
Sample: Speech Assignment Instructions
Sample: Speech Outline Grading Checklist
Sample: Speech Grading Rubric
Sample Common Syllabi
Sample: Public Speaking Syllabus #1
Sample: Public Speaking Syllabus #2
Sample: Human Communication Syllabus #1
Sample: Human Communication Syllabus #2
Recommended Readings
Part II: Professional Development
Chapter 5: Hiring, Evaluating, and Dismissing Instructors
Hiring Instructors
Evaluating Instructors
Dismissing Instructors
Conclusion
Recommended Readings
Chapter 6: Training and Development Opportunities for Less Experienced Instructors
Training and Development Objectives
New Instructor Orientation
Sample: GTA Orientation Schedule #1
Sample: GTA Orientation Schedule #2
Beyond Orientation
A Special Note on Training Adjuncts
Summary
Sample: Support Course Syllabi #1 and #2
Sample: Support Course Syllabus #3
References
Recommended Readings
Chapter 7: Professional Development Opportunities for (and with) More Experienced Instructors
Drawing on Instructor Experience
Training and Development Objectives
Training and Development Activities
Summary
Recommended Readings
Chapter 8: Directing the Course towards Meaningful Teaching and Learning: Aligning Pedagogy and Vision
Implementing Extensive Change
Adding Creatively to an Established and Effective Program
Adapting to Exigencies
Conclusion
Recommended Reading
Chapter 9: On Responding to Students’ Needs
Responding to Students’ Needs as an Ethic of Care
Diversity in the Coordinated Course
Diversity: Challenges and Opportunities for the Course Coordinator
Technology in the Coordinated Course
Conclusion
References
Recommended Readings
Part III: Advocacy
Chapter 10: Self-Advocacy
Public Perceptions of the Introductory Course
Strategies for Self-Advocacy
Conclusion
Recommended Readings
Chapter 11: Research
Reconceptualizing Research
Sharing Your Work
Building Connections between Your Interests and Your Assignment
Finding and Making Time for Research
Reference
Recommended Reading
Chapter 12: Campus Advocacy
Your Role as Advocate
Effective Campus Advocacy
Advocating during Difficult Financial Times
Conclusion