I learned that effective ongoing faculty management requires continuous monitoring, clear communication, and regular feedback based on both quantitative data and qualitative evaluation. It’s important to move beyond simple metrics and focus on course-specific, data-driven insights that support student success.

I learned that faculty performance in online education is best evaluated using both quantitative data and qualitative feedback, rather than simple activity counts or generic benchmarks. Effective improvement depends on clear expectations, ongoing monitoring, and course-specific, data-driven analysis of what actually supports student success. I would apply this by using consistent feedback and individualized support to help instructors improve within the context of their specific courses.

I learned that onboarding new faculty works best with clear structure, strong communication, and hands-on LMS training. Phased orientation, clear expectations, and ongoing support help instructors succeed and stay aligned with policies.

I learned that hiring online faculty involves carefully balancing regulatory requirements, institutional policies, and student needs. I also found that industry experience plays a particularly important role in strengthening student learning outcomes and supporting career readiness.

In practice, I would apply this insight by being more intentional with networking, maintaining a professional online presence, and ensuring that faculty hiring decisions align with both institutional standards and the needs of the student population.

a clear awareness of your institution’s own gaps and advantages so you can both attract high-quality talent and support long-term retention. I’ve also learned the importance of crafting job descriptions that go beyond basic qualifications to include the attributes and behaviors that truly drive strong performance.

Having a printed RJP is something I am going to have to look into, as I current do an oral one but it is time consuming.  I like the thought that they can go home and review. 

Being strategic in wording job advertisements was new for me, I have never been on this side of a job ad before, so didn't think much about the whole wording perspective. 

I love the idea of interviewing faculty already in the position in order to determine the actual needs of the position.  While I have recently been in the faculty role, I can see where my counterparts who help in the hiring process may need to have a refresher.  

Collecting the necessary data prior to implementation of a new program will guide the direction of that program.

As a relatively new hire, I can recall that I experienced all the steps that were discussed in the module. I was warmly welcomed, completed all paperwork, given a badge and passwords, given time to complete some required training courses, and given a tour of the campus and introduced to my fellow instructors. Since I am new to being an instructor, I have been taking training classes to prepare me for teaching in the classroom. I will soon be ready to start teaching a class.