Spring 2017 Adjunct Reception | Institute for Teaching Excellence

Event: Spring 2017 Adjunct Reception
Date and Time: January 11, 2017 - 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Eberhardt 112 (campus map)
Description: The Spring 2017 Adjunct Reception, sponsored by the Institute for Teaching Excellence, is an opportunity for NJIT adjuncts to learn more about the services that are available while engaging with the NJIT community. Adjunct faculty are encouraged to attend to network with members of the NJIT faculty and administration. Light refreshments will be served in this informal setting with opportunities to ask questions and gain valuable insight to teaching at NJIT.

Agenda

Reception - Appetizers
Welcome and Introductions
NJIT Lecturers and Educators Congress (LEC) - The LEC represents Instructional Staff as part of shared governance at NJIT. Kyle Riismandel will discuss ways that adjuncts can participate in the LEC.
Academic Expectations - Vice Provost for Academic Affairs Basil Baltzis will review expectations from faculty, including syllabi, midterm/final logistics, verification of presence and final grade entry.
Office of Digital Learning and Library - Blake Haggerty will review the services available from the Office of Digital Learning as well as the Library and who to contact for assistance.
Tips from Master Teachers - NJIT Master Teachers will discuss strategies for engaging students, managing the classroom environment and addressing academic integrity concerns.
Open Question and Answer - Opportunity to ask questions and network with your colleagues

Those interested in attending are asked to RSVP by sending an email at ITE@njit.edu by January 9, 2017.