N.H. Admin. Code § Hedc 405.05

Current through Register No. 45, November 7, 2024

Section Hedc 405.05 - Teaching, Learning, and Scholarship

(a) The institution shall support teaching and learning through a well-qualified faculty and academic staff as follows:

(1) Staff competence as evidenced by:

a. Academic degrees from appropriately accredited institutions;

b. Academic knowledge in the discipline in which they teach; and

c. Previous teaching experience which ensures that students will receive education consistent with the objectives of the program of study and the curricular requirements as stated in the institution's published catalogue and web site or electronic media;

(2) Meeting or exceeding the following standards in a 2-year associate program:

a. Faculty shall hold at least a master's degree or its equivalency as determined under (1) above; and

b. The entire faculty shall have education or equivalent experience in the field of specialization in which they are teaching;

(3) Meeting or exceeding the following standards in a 4-year baccalaureate degree program:

a. Faculty shall hold at least a master's degree or its equivalency as determined under (1) above, in the field of specialization in which they are teaching;

b. At least 25% of the full-time faculty shall hold a doctoral degree or the appropriate terminal degree; and

c. The entire faculty shall have education or equivalent experience in the field of specialization in which they are teaching;

(4) Meeting or exceeding the following standards in a master's degree program:

a. Faculty shall hold at least a master's degree or its equivalency as determined under (1) in the field of specialization in which they are teaching;

b. A majority of the faculty shall have satisfactorily completed work beyond the master's degree; and

c. At least 40% of the full-time faculty shall hold a doctoral degree or an appropriate terminal degree;

(5) If teaching in a doctoral program, the faculty member shall hold a doctoral degree;

(6) If teaching in a professional degree program, the faculty member shall hold a doctoral or professional degree;

(7) If granted approval to teach by the institution, a faculty member shall have an equivalency for any of the positions listed in (2) through (4) above, or meet the following requirements:

a. The institution shall state the reason for its equivalency in a narrative statement; and

b. The written job description for the position shall state what preparation is necessary to be considered equivalent to a candidate who has a degree in the field;

(8) The number of faculty and academic staff shall be sufficient in number, with a full-time commitment to the institution and length of service to ensure continuity of the education program;

(9) Student-faculty ratios shall be sufficient in number to ensure consistency with the mission of the institution, and meet the following standards:

a. The proportion of part-time faculty members and the student-teacher ratio shall be consistent with the institution's purpose to provide effective instruction and guidance in each course consistent with the institution's purpose; and

b. The faculty shall consist of full-time appointments sufficient in number and length of service to ensure continuity and stability of the educational programs;

(10) Teaching load shall be consistent with the time essential for preparation for each class, other assigned academic or administrative responsibility, and professional growth including, but not limited to, the pursuit of terminal degrees in the field, the attendance at professional meetings, research, and publications;

(11) Professional and institutional responsibilities shall be specifically defined in writing;

(12) Expectations for continuing professional study or scholarly activity shall be clear, and faculty are encouraged to participate in professional meetings and other scholarly activity related to faculty disciplines;

(13) Personnel policies shall be in place concerning matters including, but not limited to:

a. Academic freedom;

b. Salaries and benefits; and

c. Incentive for professional growth; and

(14) Policies shall be adopted, maintained, and followed governing initial appointments, reappointments, and the dismissal of faculty, including adjunct faculty, and records maintained that such policies are followed.

(b) Faculty and academic staff shall be provided with the following from the institution:

(1) The expectation that appointments shall be made pursuant to the established procedures of the institution and shall be promptly reported, in writing, to the governing board of the institution;

(2) A written notice of appointment which contains, or incorporates by specific reference, the conditions of employment and personnel policies with regard to academic freedom and economic security; and

(3) A letter of appointment that includes information on salaries, fringe benefits, and provisions for academic freedom.

N.H. Admin. Code § Hedc 405.05

#10429, eff 10-5-1313 (See Revision Note at chapter heading for Hedc 400)

Amended by Number 50, Filed December 14, 2023, Proposed by #13802, Effective 11/2/2023, Expires 11/2/2033.