The
unique need for and special problems associated with providing
professional development opportunities for adjuncts teaching
developmental courses is researched and discussed. The current
trends in the use of adjuncts are compared with best practices
and position statements in the field of developmental education.
The development and utilization of in-house resources is
cited as one approach to minimizing costs. The utilization
of online professional resources are proposed as another
low-cost avenue for promotion of professional development,
and the appendix provides an extensive, updated listing
of online developmental education resources. In conclusion,
it is recommended that institutional policies and practices
reflect the need for the best prepared college educators
to work with the least prepared college students.
APPENDIX:
Developmental Education Web Resource List
ORGANIZATION
WEBSITE
AHEAD
(Association on Higher Education and Disability)