Academic Delivery Group Meeting
March 27, 2012
2:00 p.m.
Personnel Conference Room
(Revised 4/23/12)
Members Present: Jackie Blakley, Tim Bowen, Lynn Lewis, Gwen Owens, Donna Shannon, Sarah Shumpert, Brian Swords
Members Absent: Doug Allen, Scott Harvey
Others Present: Galen DeHay, Brenda Mattison
Length of Meeting: 2 hours
Topics Discussed:
Dr. Buckhiester welcomed Galen and Brenda to the meeting. He explained that, at an earlier ADG meeting, the group suggested that an update/overview from the Institutional Effectiveness Director would be helpful. As the new Director, Galen provided that update. Galen noted that the IE office is focusing on two goals; to accumulate good data and information to support the strategic plan, and to develop a model/structure for program review.
Data Accumulation:
- Community campus enrollment goals are being considered. Several factors are under review by IE.
- Data that identify performance indicators will help the college meet its goals. Most of the data generated is for external agencies. Through the AACC, the college is a part of the Voluntary Framework of Accountability. The VFA was created by community colleges, for community colleges. It collects data focused on the unique attributes of community college students, and is reviewing many different indicators. These data could be very beneficial to the college.
Model/structure for program review:
- Program review could answer a lot of questions. An internal program review would allow us to look at what we do, and how we do it. It could allow us to determine our strengths and weaknesses and to address issues and solve problems. We are trying to consolidate reviews and have them all on the same cycle. Ideally, the data will be organized in a usable format and will be available to everyone.
Brenda presented the recommendations of the project team. Brenda noted the three pieces to the process (attitude/philosophy, technology, and course management) and the topics that addressed these pieces. She reviewed the management of the process, the basic requirements and the requirements for adjunct and full-time faculty. The team proposes that faculty be required to take Course 0136, Fundamentals of Online Teaching, from the University Wisconsin, offered as a self-paced online course, and that the college pay the tuition for this course. Full-time faculty may choose to complete the “Enhanced Requirements” which would make them eligible for a performance pay bonus.
The group discussed this information. Since the certificate earned through the enhanced requirement is focused on teaching, the group asked if the bonus could be something other than a “performance pay” bonus. Sarah explained that we have to pay the bonus through the mechanisms that we already have in place, and performance pay is the most applicable mechanism. The $1,000 bonus would probably be centralized and be housed in Sharon Colcolough’s budget.
It was noted that some faculty have already completed an online credentialing process and may not want to complete this process. Depending on what SACS needs, it was suggested that use a portfolio for these individuals, as we do in our regular credentialing process. Brenda will take this suggestion back to the committee for discussion. It was noted that renewal of this credential has not been addressed yet.
The Academic Delivery Group supports these recommendations. Donna will take this to the next Faculty Senate as information and will report back to Dr. Buckhiester. Brenda and Sarah will present the recommendations at the April 18 Executive Staff meeting.
The minutes of the February 28, 2012 meeting were approved.
In following up on the minutes, Dr. Buckhiester noted that a discussion on LDAs will take place at the next ADG meeting.
The group reviewed the following procedures.
3-1-4010.1 – Instructional Program Advisory Committees
8-2-1030.1 – Teaching Load for Full-time Faculty
8-2-1030.2 – Terms of Employment & Overload
Compensation for Full-time Faculty
8-3-1010.1 – Faculty Nonwork Days
After the revisions are made, Dr. Buckhiester will present these to Executive Staff.
Under Announcements, Anne reminded the group that nominations for the outstanding adjunct and full-time faculty awards are due by April 2nd.
Sarah reported that Degree Works continues to progress, and that the word is getting out about LC^2. Other colleges and universities are contacting us for information.
Brian noted that they are beginning to determine what courses need to be added to the Easley Campus, and scheduling discussions continue.
At the Anderson Campus, Tim reported that they are pushing the race in May. He noted that there are several internal Tri-County teams, and he is encouraging team participation.
Donna reported that the Faculty Senate met on the 27th. Senate discussed the Faculty Choice Award, and noted that it wanted to keep the requirement of two letters of recommendation in the rubric. Senate continues to work on the attendance policy and is considering expanding the statement to include clubs and other student organizations, and to address faculty rosters. Donna announced that, with the number of campuses, Faculty Senate representatives will be elected electronically. Faculty will have a two-week window within which to vote.
Jackie reported that she, the other deans and Sarah will meet on April 9 to continue discussion about the online first assignment. She noted several activities in the Business and Public Services Division:
- CRJ Banquet went well.
- CRJ Career Fair will take place on March 29.
- ECD Cat in the Hat Ball was a huge success. They planned for 150 families. 400 families attended.
- RTV Media Mash, at which students will present their projects, will take place on March 30.
- ECD won CHE’s Service Learning Award, which will be presented on April 5.
Lynn announced that our Pre-Pharmacy program has a very high placement and acceptance rate to pharmacy schools.
Gwen noted that one of the students in the “Call Me Mister” program volunteered at the Cat in the Hat Ball. She also noted that we are running out of Biology lab space at the Anderson Campus.
Dr. Buckhiester discussed the new internal printing structure and the use of the MFP copier/printers. The group discussed the pros and cons of the structure, and will adjust budgets and habits, as necessary.
With no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
Recorded by: Anne Bryan
Next Meeting: Monday, April 23, at 2:00 p.m., in the Personnel Conference Room, RH 102
