Understanding the impact of professional development
Wonkhe
OCTOBER 21, 2024
QAA Cymru’s Christine Jones explores the differences that investment in the development of tertiary sector staff can make
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Study: Racial Discrimination Against Med Students Diminishes Professional Development
Inside Higher Ed
OCTOBER 18, 2024
Study: Racial Discrimination Against Med Students Diminishes Professional Development kathryn.palmer… Fri, 10/18/2024 - 03:00 AM Byline(s) Kathryn Palmer
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New demands on universities and their people will require fresh thinking on professional development
Wonkhe
SEPTEMBER 24, 2023
Advance HE chief executive Alison Johns considers the implications for how universities support and develop their people The post New demands on universities and their people will require fresh thinking on professional development appeared first on Wonkhe.
Rethinking Professional Development for Grad Students
Inside Higher Ed
AUGUST 19, 2024
Rethinking Professional Development for Grad Students Sarah Bray Mon, 08/19/2024 - 03:00 AM Laura Kuizin describes how to create opportunities that go beyond the classroom and prepare students for the dynamic workforce they’ll soon enter. Byline(s) Laura Kuizin
Breaking Barriers: Professional Development in Higher Ed Enrollment
Caylor Solutions
AUGUST 15, 2024
Discover how professional development can be a game-changer for higher ed teams. The post Breaking Barriers: Professional Development in Higher Ed Enrollment appeared first on Caylor Solutions. With the enrollment cliff on the horizon, adapting your strategy is crucial.
ENGAGEMENT: The Secret Sauce to Effective Faculty Professional Development
Faculty Focus
APRIL 23, 2023
There are two words that often cause faculty to become disgruntled: professional development. The concept of professional development is not the sole issue; the disdain comes from the lack of purpose and the ineffectiveness. Professional development should be an enriching and meaningful experience for adults.
Professional Learning Communities: A Meaningful Approach to Faculty Professional Development
Faculty Focus
MARCH 21, 2023
Teaching and learning is the fundamental mission of educational institutions and researchers have documented that the right levels of continuous and job-embedded professional learning opportunities will improve the quality of teaching and learning. On common ground: The power of professional learning communities. References: DuFour, R.,
UNLV Student Life Professional Development
Dr. Josie Ahlquist
OCTOBER 30, 2024
As technology and social media evolve at dizzying speed, from TikTok to ChatGPT and beyond, the challenge is not just to keep up but to remain purpose-driven and human-centered in the digital age. While digital innovations offer unprecedented opportunities for connection, they also risk distancing us from the essence of our humanity.
Ph.D.s should continually pursue professional development (opinion)
Inside Higher Ed
NOVEMBER 4, 2022
Yvette Myrick explore how continuing professional development can help you capitalize on your achievements and make significant contributions to your field. Estelle Young and A. Show on Jobs site: Image Source: elenabs/istock/getty images plus Image Size: Thumbnail-horizontal Multiple Authors: Estelle Young A.
Professional Learning Communities: A Meaningful Approach to Faculty Professional Development
Faculty Focus
MARCH 21, 2023
Teaching and learning is the fundamental mission of educational institutions and researchers have documented that the right levels of continuous and job-embedded professional learning opportunities will improve the quality of teaching and learning. On common ground: The power of professional learning communities. References: DuFour, R.,
ENGAGEMENT: The Secret Sauce to Effective Faculty Professional Development
Faculty Focus
APRIL 23, 2023
There are two words that often cause faculty to become disgruntled: professional development. The concept of professional development is not the sole issue; the disdain comes from the lack of purpose and the ineffectiveness. Professional development should be an enriching and meaningful experience for adults.
The importance of play in academics' professional development (opinion)
Inside Higher Ed
MARCH 29, 2023
It can be valuable for not only children but also grown-ups, write Niya Bond and Todd Zakrajsek, and in fact should be a priority for academics’ professional development.
Ph.D.s need a broader array of professional development opportunities
Inside Higher Ed
DECEMBER 5, 2022
Category: Carpe Careers Universities offer support for attending conferences or visiting archives, but it’s harder for trainees to find funding for professional development opportunities that lie outside academic research, write Baron Haber, Shawn Warner and Arica Lubin.
Getting started with professional development
ACRLog
MARCH 2, 2023
It got me thinking about professional activity as it relates to tenure (or in Salisbury University’s case for librarians, permanent status). Last week, I did my first conference presentation as a tenure-track academic librarian! I did it, and I’m proud of that!
Press Release: ACPA Renames Professional Development Event to the Paul Shang Institute for Aspiring SSAOs
ACPA
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
During his presidency, professional development access and opportunity was the core of his direction for the Association. To this day, Dr. Shang continues to be an active supporter of ACPA and professional development. Dr. Shang earned his Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctorate, all at Florida State University.
Advice for designing adjunct professional development programs (opinion)
Inside Higher Ed
JANUARY 3, 2023
It’s one of the most cost-effective investments that community colleges can make to ensure effective instruction and increased student achievement, writes Anna Conway.
Elevating Faculty Excellence: Credly Badging System and Professional Development Workshops at the Forefront
Academic Tech Tips
DECEMBER 14, 2023
Recognizing this imperative, Loyola is increasingly leveraging innovative approaches to enhance professional development opportunities for academic staff. The ITRS Pathways professional development series encompasses a diverse range of topics, including Sakai assessment tools, communication tools, and integrated tools.
Rutgers Center for Minority Serving Institutions to Host Annual Early-Career MSI Faculty Professional Development Program
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
JUNE 20, 2023
The Rutgers Center for Minority Serving Institutions (CMSI) will host its 8th annual early-career faculty professional development program, ELEVATE (Enriching Learning, Enhancing Visibility & Training Educators), this week.
UC Irvine to Launch Pre-Health Professional Development Program to Support Students from Underserved Communities
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
The University of California, Irvine, will launch an interdisciplinary, pre-health professional development program, which aims to support students from underserved communities interested in healthcare careers. Dr. Belinda Campos UC PRIME Pre-Health Pathways (UCPPP) – it is receiving funding from a five-year, $3.6
Professional Development Beyond Conferences #SACareer
The Student Affairs Collective
NOVEMBER 14, 2017
Although attending conferences may be the “go-to” idea for professional development, there are many other avenues to pursue. So, for all of the #SAPro who can’t attend a conference, or those who just don’t like conferencing, we’ve come up with a list of other ways to continue to grow and develop in your roles: Volunteering.
Report Finds Microcredentials Poorly Understood or Utilized by American Workers But Critical for Professional Development
Campus Technology
JULY 24, 2023
A new research report, "Enabling Learning for Life: New Realities for Work and Education," by global technology company D2L, suggests that while American workers are interested in upskilling in their careers, they have little understanding of the value of microcredentials and how to go about obtaining them.
Revisiting ACPA/NASPA Core Competencies as Professional Development #SACareer
The Student Affairs Collective
DECEMBER 7, 2017
Professional development is critical for continuous education and growth purposes. Here are three quick ways to think about incorporating the framework into your professional growth for 2018. All in all, the process of professional development doesn’t have to be a hidden gem totally dependent on money.
The Need for Mentoring Constellations
Inside Higher Ed
JULY 8, 2024
Strong professional development requires different forms of mentoring, write Blessing Enekwe and Jennifer Aumiller, who cite 11 possible relationship areas. Mentoring is well-known to be helpful if not essential for everyone, and it is especially important for people’s careers and professional development.
Report Highlights Key Challenges and Support Needs for Early Career Faculty at MSIs
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
OCTOBER 27, 2024
Supporting Early Career Faculty at Minority Serving Institutions,” examines CMSI’s ELEVATE program launched in 2015, which supports professional development, mentorship, and retention for MSI faculty. That’s why professional development and mentorship play a critical role in fostering a diverse and dynamic faculty at MSIs.”
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Best Personal Academic Websites 2023
The Academic Designer
JULY 15, 2023
Professional development awards hosted by The Academic Designer LLC, Brittany Trinh and Owlstown. Enter to win the 2022 Best Personal Academic Websites Contest.
Improving Hiring Practices in Higher Education to Overcome GEM Staffing Challenges
Liaison International
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
GEM leaders need multifaceted strategies, including refined hiring practices, professional development, and technology adoption, to stabilize and support their teams. For example, professional development for higher education staff can add significant value for employees.
How to Develop Employees
PeopleAdmin
NOVEMBER 2, 2023
With retention top of mind for many institutions today, employee development and learning should definitely be on the radar. Below, we’ll break down professional development and share a few ways you can focus on employee development at your institution. What is employee development? Create career paths.
The EdTech Navigator: A Strategic Planning Framework for New Learning Spaces
Campus Technology
MAY 13, 2024
Addressing the challenges of new learning spaces requires a new strategic approach to innovative planning, stakeholder engagement, continuous professional development, and a commitment to ongoing evaluation and adjustment.
HEATHER CRABBE
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Heather Crabbe Heather Crabbe has been appointed assistant dean for the Center for Professional Development in the University of Cincinnati College of Law. She served as associate provost for academic support at Mount St. Joseph University in Ohio.
How to Build Learning Communities Your Faculty and Staff Want to Join
PeopleAdmin
JANUARY 18, 2024
Professional development is a huge factor in retention, but getting faculty and staff to engage with professional learning can be tough. Support Continuous Improvement PLCs should provide continual improvement opportunities, encouraging ongoing professional development rather than one-time-learning.
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Navigating the Postdoc Office
Inside Higher Ed
JULY 29, 2024
that typically emphasize scholarship and further training and professional development. Victoria Hallinan and Karena Nguyen describe how working in one can offer a fruitful career path and some of the specific roles and responsibilities involved. Postdoctoral positions are temporary roles after a terminal degree like a Ph.D.
Listen: Teaching Career Competencies In On-Campus Work
Inside Higher Ed
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Listen: Teaching Career Competencies In On-Campus Work Ashley Mowreader Wed, 10/30/2024 - 03:00 AM In a new episode of Voices of Student Success, learn how one university seeks to close equity gaps in retention and postgraduation outcomes through intentional professional development for student workers on campus.
Community College Faculty-Led Teaching and Learning Hubs Improve Student Outcomes
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
JULY 9, 2024
They realized that the kind of professional development needed to engage faculty would be very difficult to achieve in smaller, rural and less-resourced institutions like some of the 58 community colleges in North Carolina. Stout’s speech hit Jaeger and Colclough in their hearts.
Career Advancement and Retention in HigherEd
PeopleAdmin
AUGUST 24, 2023
Robust professional development plans and clear career growth opportunities are proven to positively impact employee retention , while lack of career progress or insufficient support for professional growth is at the top of the list of reasons employees might look for new roles. Why does career growth matter?
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Kimbrough Named Interim President at Talladega
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
JUNE 25, 2024
the college’s vice provost for Lifelong Learning and Professional Development and Dean of Graduate Studies, served as the immediate interim president following the June 4 resignation of Dr. Gregory J. Kimbrough has been appointed interim president of Talladega College, a historically Black college in Alabama. Dr. Walter M.
UNCF to Hold 13th Annual Student Leadership Conference
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
MAY 23, 2023
area for professional development. Under this year’s theme of " We Got the Keys: Unlocking the Leader Within”, the conference will feature presentations from corporate leaders to teach and train students – primarily diverse rising juniors and seniors – skills for the professional world.
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Mentoring Program Addresses Dental Faculty Retention
Insight Into Diversity
APRIL 19, 2023
A mentoring program being developed at the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine (UB SDM) will support the professional development of dental faculty to help curtail turnover and increase faculty diversity. They will receive training on best practices in mentoring along with a stipend and special recognition.
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Georgia State Prep Program Seeks to Retain Local Teachers
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
JANUARY 25, 2024
The Georgia State University College of Education & Human Development is expected to support the professional development of 270 metro Atlanta educators over three years. The college is expected to support the professional development of 270 educators over the three-year project.
Future-ready universities must focus on these 3 important concepts
University Business
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Ongoing professional development While it may seem counterintuitive to “teach the teacher,” institutions of higher education should prioritize providing continuous learning opportunities for faculty, advisor, and instructors—and not necessarily for their main focus areas.
RUBEN PUENTE
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
JULY 23, 2024
Puente, a certified court mediator, holds a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from the University of Texas at Arlington, a Master of Liberal Arts from Southern Methodist University, and a Master of Professional Development in criminal justice from Dallas Baptist University. He is also a graduate of the FBI National Academy.
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Creating Strong Near-Peer Mentoring Programs
Inside Higher Ed
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
Creating Strong Near-Peer Mentoring Programs Sarah Bray Mon, 02/12/2024 - 03:00 AM Natalie Miller and Sonali Majumdar outline approaches for intentionally developing such programs for grad student well-being and professional development. Byline(s) Natalie Miller Sonali Majumdar
TAMARA K. TAYLOR
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
JULY 18, 2024
Taylor has been appointed director of the Career and Professional Development Center at Florida A&M University. She served as the director of Career Education and senior assistant director for Career Coaching and Student Belonging at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
At Drexel, the Neurodiverse ‘CAN’
Insight Into Diversity
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
In addition, Drexel partners with CAI Neurodiverse Solutions — a privately held global services firm — to enhance career opportunities for neurodivergent students by integrating professional development and real-world job experience.
Discussing the 4 Pillars of Immersion: Community as Another Pillar?
ACRLog
AUGUST 27, 2024
This post is a consideration of the role that community plays in our practice — and we have a short survey to learn what you (our extended community) would like to see from Immersion professional development opportunities! We have a short survey about professional development needs and Immersion.
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