Journalism, Adjunct Faculty

Florida Gulf Coast University • Lexington, MA

37d

About The Position

Florida Gulf Coast University is a comprehensive university dedicated to quality education, research, and service. All Faculty are expected to be excellent teachers, responsive to changing professional needs; committed to innovative delivery of instruction resulting in improved student learning; committed to effective use of technology including distance learning; and provide service to the College, University and Community Assignments will include teaching, at both undergraduate and/or graduate levels, as applicable. Teaching assignments may be on the main campus or at off-campus sites within our region. Additional duties may be assigned by supervisor. Courses may include News Editing, Grammar, Journalistic Writing, and New Reporting and Writing. Job Description Typical duties include but are not limited to: Be an engaging instructor utilizing high impact practices to help students to understand the core principles of practices of Journalism. Develop course syllabus with readings and assignments adhering to University policies; development of visual modes of presentation and facilitate student discussion Utilize Canvas as the LMS. Teach analytical reading skills and teach how to construct a well-written argument with thesis, supporting evidence and citation, and depth of analysis. Facilitate student learning with feedback on written assignments, the timely entering of grades and response to emails (24hrs), and the holding of virtual office hours.

Requirements

• Master’s degree and/or 18 graduate credits in Journalism or related discipline.

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D. or related terminal degree and 18 graduate credits in Journalism or related discipline.
• Experience teaching at university level

Responsibilities

• Be an engaging instructor utilizing high impact practices to help students to understand the core principles of practices of Journalism.
• Develop course syllabus with readings and assignments adhering to University policies
• Development of visual modes of presentation and facilitate student discussion
• Utilize Canvas as the LMS.
• Teach analytical reading skills and teach how to construct a well-written argument with thesis, supporting evidence and citation, and depth of analysis.
• Facilitate student learning with feedback on written assignments, the timely entering of grades and response to emails (24hrs), and the holding of virtual office hours.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees