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Part-time faculty and gerontology programs:dilemmas and solutions.

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  • 1Austin Christian Fellowship, Austin, TX, USA. tonyaparrott@hotmail.com

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|June 1, 2007
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Adjunct faculty in gerontology programs offer cost savings and new skills but face challenges. Solutions include better support and professional development opportunities for these vital educators.

Area of Science:

  • Gerontology Education
  • Higher Education Staffing

Background:

  • Adjunct faculty are increasingly common in higher education.
  • Gerontology programs utilize adjuncts for cost-effectiveness and specialized skills.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the benefits and drawbacks of using adjunct faculty in gerontology programs.
  • To propose solutions for improving the experience of adjunct faculty and the effectiveness of gerontology programs.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review and analysis of current practices regarding adjunct faculty.
  • Discussion of reported benefits, challenges, and potential solutions.

Main Results:

  • Benefits for adjuncts include academic engagement and supplemental income.

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  • Gerontology programs benefit from reduced costs and diverse expertise.
  • Drawbacks for adjuncts involve practical issues (pay, cancellations) and substantive concerns (lack of respect, professional development).

    • Conclusions:

    • Addressing practical and substantive challenges is crucial for retaining adjunct faculty.
    • Providing support, evaluations, and pathways to tenure-track positions can enhance gerontology program development.
    • Strategic recruitment of adjuncts with research capabilities can strengthen gerontology programs.