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Academic Affairs Division Updated:January 17, 2012/rbs |
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Academic Affairs Division: Mr. Stephen P. Conway Mr. Kenny Adkins Curriculum Program Specialist Industrial Technologies Telephone: 404-982-3402 kadkins@tcsg.edu Dr. Lisa Anne Beck Mr. Steve Cagle Ms. Sheila Caldwell Ms. Barbara James Dr. Benita Moore Ms. Tania Phillips Ms. Ramona B.
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The mission of the Office for Academic Affairs Division is to provide leadership and support to technical colleges as they develop flexible, effective programs that provide enhanced opportunities for students and faculty. Functions.
These are some of the main
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Curriculum. The Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) curriculum programs are standardized, based on business and industry requirements across the state. Standards are designed to prepare students for careers in specific professions. The student learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement.
Educational Resources. Information, activities and staff development opportunities that contribute to the effectiveness of the technical college instructors and administrators in the areas of distance education, instructional/classroom technology, instructional computing, library automation and library resources. The innovative utilization of multiple technologies for the delivery of instructional programs is encouraged. Faculty Development Services. Faculty Development Services is a statewide system established to facilitate training and professional development activities for faculty in technical colleges. Activities include training for full-time or part-time instructors and technology training. Two main programs include Faculty Development Institute Phase I and II and the Georgia LEARN Professional Development training series, a set of online training modules for full and part-time faculty. Health and Safety Requirements. The Technical College System of Georgia is committed to providing a healthy and safe work environment for employees and students. The Academic Affairs Division facilitates agency and campus compliance with statewide emergency support functions. Technical College Peer Groups. These structured groups provide the opportunity for the various technical college administrators to meet and communicate with their peers and friends, both to offer and receive assistance with issues related to their specific area of responsibility. |
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