Adjunct professors can reclaim their narrative in academia by proactively advocating for their needs and securing better working conditions. This episode explores key strategies on how to ask the right questions that can lead to improved stability, pay, and ultimately an enriching teaching experience.
• The vulnerabilities adjuncts face in academia
• The transformative power of asking targeted questions
• Importance of understanding asynchronous teaching and its impact
• Strategies for negotiating salary and payment structure
• Essential inquiries about course loads and institutional support
• Navigating online teaching expectations and resources
• Future employment paths and advancement opportunities
• Benefits, professional development, and adjunct networks
• Proactive hacks to optimize adjunct positions
• Conclusion on the importance of self-advocacy in academia

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Dr. Rutledge