This document provides an orientation agenda for adjunct faculty. It includes introductions, background on the program which is experiencing growth. It discusses the Adobe Connect web conferencing tool, adjunct faculty pages on Moodle, portfolio requirements, student needs like disabilities, and department requirements. The document also outlines policies on enrollments, drops and withdrawals. It provides guidance on design principles, flexibility, feedback, workloads, and best practices for making the course their own.

1. Adjunct Faculty OrientationJanuary 11, 2011

2. Who you areLocationBit of backgroundWelcome and Introductions

3. About UsEnrollments and Permission NumbersAdjunct Faculty Pages in MoodlePortfolio RequirementStudent NeedsDepartment RequirementsEvaluationsQuestionsAgenda

4. 2 Master’s Degrees3 CertificatesExperiencing substantial growth13 full-time facultyAbout Us

5. Adobe ConnectWeb-conferencing tool where we hold multi-user conferences, advise students, and share materials. Contact Nelson Bacquerofor an account.Features:Audio set-up wizardPodsText, mic, webcamUsing microphonesHow we communicateBroncoWeb email and Moodle

6. Adjunct Faculty Pages Faculty PageEdtech WebsiteBroncoWeb Help Center (this is not where Blackboard assistance is directed)Registrar’s officeGraduate CollegeWhere to find help

7. Policy: http://edtech.boisestate.edu/web/procedures.htmWe accept qualified students up to one week prior to the start of classes, provided there are open seats available in courses. All M.E.T. application materials (including transcripts) must be received 45 days before classes start to guarantee a seat. See the academic calendar at http://registrar.boisestate.edu/academic-calendar.shtmlEnrollments and Permission Numbers

8. Faculty Drop: January 24Add and Drop: January 31Withdraw: February 28AppealIncompletehttp://broncoweb.boisestate.edu/Drops, Adds, Withdrawals, Appeals and Incompletes

9. Lisa’s Summaryhttp://lisadawley.wordpress.com/2009/12/12/eportfolios-with-helen-barrett/Edtech Site: http://edtech.boisestate.edu/web/final-activity.htmScreencast.com http://www.screencast.com/t/NTYxZjRmAdjunct Faculty Pages in Moodlehttp://edtech.mrooms.org/Portfolio

10. Special NeedsDisability Centerhttp://drc.boisestate.edu/Writing Centerhttp://www.boisestate.edu/wcenter/TextbooksBookstoreWebsiteSyllabiWebsiteCurriculum AlignmentStudent Needs

11. Modeling best practice in design principlesgraphics and usability navigational structure updated linksupdated dates well developed schedule of assignments measurable objectives aligned to assignments Simplify wherever possible Design Principles

12. Providing choice in focus, in expression, in use of tools Be cognizant of students in different countries - they do not have access to some tools Be aware of time zone differences Be aware of differing professional and personal needs Flexibility and Adaptability

13. Project-basedAuthentic Useful Practice-based and workforce orientedRelevance and Application

14. Immediate (within 24 hours) HelpfulTimely feedback on grading Awareness of your tone in written communications - especially in public discussion forumsBe respectful Be specific and guiding Students want to learn from you!Communication and Feedback

15. 9 - 12 hours per week in the regular sessionSurvey students early in the class Formative design. Workload Requirements

16. Be presentParticipate in discussionsPersonalize wherever possible. AddVokinotes,Voicethreadpresentations,Screencasts, PodcastsClarify your role and how it fits within the framework of the courseBe a teacher (not a facilitator)Know your subject-matterMaking a Course Your Own

17. OrganizationAccessibilityGuidanceConsideration and respectEncouragementInitiativeTimelinessResponsivenessApplicable Challenging FairnessCurrencyPurpose and planningSubject-matter expertiseDemonstrated Best PracticeWhat students like…