G-34-5.1.1 Criteria

(Formerly HR-9-3.3)

The award will be given to the faculty member who has, in the judgment of PIRT, demonstrated significant achievement in teaching and leadership. The seven criteria that will be used as the basis for this judgment are:

  • Instructor communicates enthusiasm and passion for the curriculum.
  • Instructor is willing to take risks, to innovate, to work cooperatively with colleagues and students, and to revise and refresh curriculum.
  • Instructor is able to engage students and hold their attention; instructor challenges students and motivates them to learn.
  • Instructor displays a genuine interest in students and their progress.
  • Professional Improvement: Considered in their relevance to excellence in the fulfillment of the primary assignment.
  • Service to College: Considered in their relevance to excellence in fulfillment of the primary assignment.
  • Service to Community: Considered in their relevance to excellence in fulfillment of the primary assignment.