Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are the basic technology competencies needed to be Adjunct Faculty?
  • Correspond with Education Management Corporation-Online Higher Education staff, students, and faculty using e-mail and the Web.
  • Access course and program material via the Web.
  • Prepare, send and receive classroom emails using attachments and files.
  • Use the appropriate software (e.g. Microsoft® Word, Microsoft® Project, Microsoft® Excel, Microsoft® PowerPoint®, Microsoft Access®) for the course.
  • Incorporate the use of CD ROMs when they are required course materials.
  • Use an appropriate anti-virus application to insure the files transmitted and received are virus free.
  • Must have access to a personal computer or laptop.
2. What software/hardware does Education Management Corporation Online Higher Education recommend?
The University recommends that students have access to a computer that meets the following specifications:
  • Operating System - Windows® or Mac OS compatible with the following software: Microsoft® Office XP, 2003, 2007 (PC), Office 2004 (Mac)- including
    • Microsoft® Word
    • Microsoft® PowerPoint®
    • Microsoft® Excel (for selected courses)
    • Microsoft® Access (for selected courses)
    • Microsoft® Project (for selected courses)
    • Microsoft® Visio® (for selected courses)
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer Version 6.0 or later
  • Adobe® Reader 6.0.1 or later
  • Microsoft® Outlook Express 6.0 or later
  • A processor of 1.6 GHz or faster
  • A current anti-virus application – updated regularly
  • 256MB RAM or greater
  • 20 GB hard drive or larger
  • 56.6 kps modem, or High Speed Internet Connection
  • Monitor and Video card with 1024x768 ppi or greater resolution
  • Sound card with speakers
  • CD ROM
  • Inkjet or laser printer
  • Microphone (for selected courses)
  • E-mail address
  • Internet service provider (ISP) account (preferably broadband access)
3. Do I need to be online at specific times during the faculty training stage?
No, our online classroom software utilizes asynchronous communication.
4. What is the time commitment during the faculty training stage?
Although many candidates spend an hour or so learning and interacting per day, some spend up to three hours a day on the required activities. Active participation is expected five out of seven days each week for the duration of the scheduled four-week evaluation. Candidates should anticipate devoting 20-25 hours of their time each week to the training.
5. What is the cost of the training?
The training received during the hiring process at no cost.
6. What is the time commitment for an Online course?
First time instruction requires an investment of preparation time reviewing the curriculum and organizing course notes. Instructors also facilitate weekly discussions relating to course content. Initially, new faculty can spend from 20 to 25 hours per week facilitating a course. However, time spent in subsequent courses will be less as proficiency is developed. Instructors are required to provide detailed and substantive feedback to each student post. Weekly grades are posted within 48 hours of the last day of the class week.
7. Can I teach with only a Bachelor's degree?
Yes, but only in our Residential Planning Department. All other courses and departments require a minimum of a Masters level degree.
8. I have not taught at a college/university. Am I still eligible?
No. We do require a minimum of 6 months teaching experience in your field of study.
9. When I become faculty will I be able to teach different courses?
We try to assign the same course to a particular facilitator until that person is competent and proficient with classroom technologies and EDMC-OHE policy and procedure.
10. Do I need to be a resident of the US?
Yes. You must reside in the U.S. and have an unrestricted work visa if you are not a U.S. citizen. A valid Social Security Card must be presented for payroll purposes before an instructor can teach their first class.
11. Can I teach from outside the US? What if I have a permanent US address?
No, all faculty members must reside and physically be in the US in order to remain employed with the University.
12. Will I need to use my own Internet service provider to access Online courses?
Yes.
13. Who pays for transcripts?
Faculty candidates pay for their official transcripts to be sent to their faculty recruiter. If you are invited to continue in the selection process it is recommended that expedited delivery is selected when sending the official copy.
14. Where can I go to receive more information about the Online campus?
Go to the campus' web site located at http://www.edmc.edu.
Art Institute of Pittsburgh Online Division: http://www.aionline.edu/
South University: http://online.southuniversity.edu/
Argosy University: http://online.argosy.edu/
15. Will I be contacted after Orientation?
Once you have completed the Socrates Assessment, you will be contacted by a Faculty Scheduling Specialist regarding a course assignment.

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