Course Facilitator
Dr. Jay Halfond
Cost
This course is offered at no cost to first-time online professional development participants from UPCEA member organizations. Enrollments are limited to one individual per member organization. Approval from your institutional representative required. Qualifying UPCEA members click here to submit registration form by 12/17/2021.
If you are an UPCEA member but do not qualify for this offer, we invite you to register at the regular member rate of $459.00 by clicking the register button in the top right of this page. Not sure if your institution is a member? Check here.
Non-members are welcome to register at the regular course rate of $599.00.
Description
What makes higher education so important in the United States? Why are universities often such a mystery and controversy in our society? What are the key roles and power structure in the university? What are the realities, issues, and future prospects colleges and universities face? This course provides a foundation for those pursuing careers in academic administration -- and an opportunity for experienced professionals to appreciate the context and breadth of institutions beyond their personal and professional experience.
Topics Covered
Learning Objectives
Who should take this course?
This course is designed for professionals who are either beginning their career in higher ed or professional, continuing, and online education, and for experienced professionals who seek a broader understanding of American higher education.
Format and Schedule
This is a four week course consisting of about five hours of weekly course work made up of readings, asynchronous activities, and assignments. Additionally, there will be a total of five 90-minute live class meetings via Zoom. The format of these meetings will be a 35-40 minute larger group discussion after which participants will move into breakout rooms for more in-depth conversations. The schedule for the live class meetings is:
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Cancellation Policy: Registrants who request cancellation by 5:00 pm EST on the Friday after the course begins will have the option to transfer that registration one time to a colleague at their institution or to any other Online PD course offered within six months of cancellation. If no suitable offerings are available within six months at the time of cancellation, registrants can request a refund of their registration fee minus a $50.00 administrative fee. No transfers or refunds will be available after the first week of the course. Cancellation requests must be made in writing and sent to pd@upcea.edu
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UPCEA is the online and professional education association. Our members positively impact millions of lives by continuously reinventing higher education. We advance the professional field through cutting edge research, professional development, networking and mentorship, conferences and seminars, and stakeholder advocacy. Our collaborative, entrepreneurial community brings together decision makers and influencers in education, industry, research, and policy interested in improving educational access and outcomes.
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