D.C. Municipal Regulations (Last Updated: September 13, 2017) |
Title 8. HIGHER EDUCATION |
SubTilte 8-B. UNIVERSITY OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA |
Chapter 8-B14. FACULTY |
Section 8-B1428. COMPONENTS OF EVALUATION
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1428.1The process of reviewing faculty performance shall include the following components:
(a)Peer evaluation;
(b)Student evaluation;
(c)Chairperson's evaluation; and
(d)Faculty member's documentation.
1428.2Peer evaluation shall include assessment by the faculty member's colleagues in accordance with procedures established by 'each department in the appropriate categories for evaluation.
1428.3Formal student evaluations shall be expected to encompass the areas of classroom instruction and teaching-related performances in areas where the student can observe and judge with reasonable objectivity and accuracy, including the following elements:
(a)Clarity of course requirements and presentations;
(b)Accessibility;
(c)Punctuality;
(d)Advisement; and
(e)Record-keeping.
1428.4The chairperson's evaluation shall include an assessment of each faculty member's overall performance including, but not limited to, routine matters, such as punctuality in class and in submitting grades and required reports. The assessment shall be submitted to the department evaluation committee.
1428.5The department chairperson may also be included in other aspects of the evaluation process according to the procedures established.
1428.6The faculty member's portfolio of verifiable evidence shall be included as a major element in assessing performance.