Professionalism and Expectations

What are some suggested do's and don'ts for fostering professionalism?

Do's

• organize your course and content so that students can follow easily
• present current or relevant research and examples, theory, and practice
• respond to questions in a timely and respectful manner
• be open to meeting the needs of diverse and special circumstance students
• assess student progress, give constructive feedback, and make meaningful suggestions for fostering learning
• Set and then follow your own standards
  • If you require cell phones and laptops turned off, turn yours off, etc.
  • If you require a specific dress code of students, exceed your own expectations, etc.
• Maintain a positive, respectful, and inclusive attitude with all students, at all times
• Be fair and equitable in the assessment and grading of all assignments
• Provide a syllabus outline all of the expectations set forth for your students, as well as for yourself

Don'ts

• Do not show favoritism
• Do not speak about a student's personal issues in public, to another colleague, or to another student
• Do not breach expectations of privacy
• Do not belittle students when they ask or answer questions
• Do not grade based on your personal affect towards a student or their demeanor