Adjunct Faculty
Terrorism, Antiterrorism, and Homeland Security
Department of Education and Integrative Studies
UMGC Stateside
Location: Fort Hood, Texas
University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) seeks adjunct faculty to teach on-site in the Political Science program at Fort Hood in Texas. Specifically, we are seeking faculty for the following course:
Terrorism, Antiterrorism, and Homeland Security (GVPT 409):
Course Desc: An expanded study of global terrorism and the impact on the homeland security of the United States in the 21st century. The objective is to investigate the relationship between the evolving terrorism threat environment and its impact on the U.S. homeland. Topics include partners and approaches to detect, defeat, or mitigate terrorism and various ways the nation readies its diverse communities to identify, respond, and protect critical infrastructure. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: GVPT 409 or GVPT 498X.
Required Education and Experience:
A master's degree in Political Science or related field from an accredited institution of higher learning
Professional experience in Political Science
Experience teaching adult learners online and in higher education is strongly preferred
This position is designated to teach onsite at Fort Hood in Texas
Materials needed for submission
Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Cover letter highly preferred
If selected, candidates with international degrees may be required to submit a translation/degree evaluation from a NACES approved vendor.
Who We Are and Who We Serve
UMGC - one of 11 degree-granting institutions in the University System of Maryland (USM) - is a mission-driven institution with seven core values that guide us in all we do. At the top of the list is "Students First," and we strive to do just that for our 90,000 students at home and abroad. From its start in 1947, UMGC has demonstrated its commitment to adult learners. We recognize that adult students need flexibility and options. UMGC is proud to be a global, 24-hour, institution of higher learning.
The typical UMGC student is an adult learner juggling a career, family, and other priorities. Roughly 80% work full time, half are parents, and half are minority students. They are continuing their education to better themselves, their families, and their professional opportunities. UMGC is also a leading higher education provider to the U.S. military, enrolling 55,000 active-duty service members, reservists, National Guard members, veterans, and family members annually. We are proud of our military heritage and are committed to this service.
The Adjunct Faculty Role at UMGC
UMGC is committed to helping students achieve success not only with us, but also in their professional fields. As a result, we actively seek faculty members who are scholar-practitioners: professionals who are actively and successfully engaged in their field who additionally wish to help the next generation of professionals grow in their knowledge and expertise through education.
Your role as an adjunct faculty member will be to:
Actively engage students through frequent interaction that motivates them to succeed, and conveys a genuine energy and enthusiasm for their learning
Guide students in active collaboration and the application of their learning in problem- and project-based learning demonstrations
Provide rich and regular constructive feedback, utilizing rubrics effectively for the assessment of student work, and acknowledging student accomplishments
Demonstrate relevant and current subject-matter expertise, and help students connect concepts across their academic program
Provide feedback to your program chair on possible curricular improvements
The Political Science Program at UMGC:
To learn more about this program, including its description, outcomes, and coursework, please visit: Course Information | UMGC
Faculty Training at UMGC:
We are committed to your professional success at UMGC. Each new faculty member is required to successfully complete our online new faculty orientation, FacDev 122, as a condition of hire.
Position Available and will Remain Open Until Filled
Salary Commensurate with Experience
All submissions should include a cover letter and resume.
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