Is there a mentoring program for adjuncts?
All departments have some form of mentoring for adjunct faculty. You can obtain information from your department chair.
How many office hours do I need each week?
Adjunct faculty do not have required office hours. Extended adjuncts in regular fall and spring semesters are required 5 office hours per week. Other questions regarding this subject can be directed to your department chair.
What do I do if I am going to miss class?
All classes must be met as scheduled for the entire class period. If illness, accident, or unforeseen events prevent an instructor from beginning class on time or continuing for the full period, he/she should contact the Department Chair as soon as possible to provide for a suitable substitute. Adjunct faculty will have $30 deducted from their total compensation for each hour of class time for which he/she is absent during the semester.
Where can I give a make-up exam?
Faculty can arrange to have make-up exams available to students through the MCC Testing and Assessment Center. For complete information and required forms refer to Testing Center Procedures under College Resources.
Where can I get supplies such as chalk, markers, overhead transparency sheets, etc.?
Supplies should be requested through your department. Department contact information can be found under the link MCC – Divisions/Departments.
How can I contact someone in the library?
Call 752-5305, 5306 or email reference@mccfl.edu Ask-a-librarian (person, phone, email info on virtual page) library url request a tour
Is there a catalog of audio-visual material?
Library catalog searches can be limited to just videos, and can be searched by keyword, subject or title.
Is there a library orientation?
You can make an appointment with a campus librarian for a tour, demonstration, and information about library services. Call 752-5305 or email reference@mccfl.edu
Where can I obtain information about textbooks and text changes?
Much of the information you will need can be obtained by talking with the department assistant. Contact information can be found at MCC – Divisions/Departments. Textbook publishers now have many additional online resources. You can obtain information by checking the URL located on the textbook.
How can I register for IT training?
Faculty professional development is an important part of the MCC culture. To view the FPDT website which includes online registration, calendar of events and other resources go to http://www.mccfl.edu/pages/1263.asp
Where can I obtain copies of syllabi of other faculty who also teach my course(s)?
Many of the departments have sample syllabi online. You can search for these on the department website under MCC – Divisions/Departments. If you need further information, talk with your mentor or department chair.
