Teaching Expectations. Written expectations regarding course curricula, assignments, teaching and grading will be made available to the employee as soon as possible after the assignment is made. An employee’s teaching shall be guided by the course description and syllabus, requirements of effective teaching, adherence to academic and professional standards, and encouragement of the spirit of inquiry among students. Employees shall prepare for their classes and conduct them in an appropriately professional manner. Employees are responsible for the maintenance of good order and the observance of American University regulations in the classroom. Employees shall meet classes on time, hold classes for the full period except in the event of an emergency or as an approved practice by the Department or Program Chair, and evaluate academic performance fairly and reasonably. Employees will submit grades on a timely basis and promptly provide opportunities for student feedback on course performance. Teaching expectations include the completion of mandatory training offered by Management, and failure to complete mandatory training may result in the loss of an assignment or appointment. Employees may discuss teaching expectations and related concerns with the Department Chair or equivalent academic unit administrator. Any changes in expectations resulting from such discussions will be put in writing by Management.
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