On-Demand Training:
Training Academic Advisors: Conceptual, Relational, & Informational Issues
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Description
In ACT's most recent national survey of training for all types of advisors, training was rated as one of the least effective components of campus advising programs. Training for staff advisors was found to be lacking in both conceptual understanding and relational skills. And, Brown (2008) found that that most faculty advisors believed that they had inadequate training and preparation before beginning to advise. Effective academic advising is dependent on three critical components: comprehensive pre-service and ongoing in-service advisor development; assessment of the advising program and individual advisors; and recognition and reward for exemplary performance. Training is the initial component in this process. Without setting expectations and offering skills training, there are no benchmarks for assessment. And, without assessment there are no guideposts for improving. All advisor development programs have common elements and are applicable to faculty, staff advisors, and counselors.
Objectives
This session provides an overview of Conceptual, Relational, and Informational elements of comprehensive advisor development programs and considers how programs might be designed to meet the needs of advisors with differing levels of experience, willingness to participate, etc. A theoretical context will be provided, but the focus will be on concrete, tangible examples and strategies for addressing issues that can produce more effective advisor development programs and academic advisors.
Who should attend?
· Academic Affairs Administrators
· Deans of Student Services
· Enrollment Management Personnel
· Directors of Advising
· Advising Coordinators
· Anyone interested in improving and assessing advising
Who is the speaker?
Thomas Brown-- a lifelong student and academic affairs educator with an impressive record of effectiveness in creating academic and student affairs programs that promote increased learning, achievement, and success. Tom served as Dean of Advising Services/Special Program at Saint Mary’s College of California, was a member of the Board of Directors and Vice President of the National Academic Advising Association (NACADA), and was chairperson of the Prelaw Advisors National Council.
From 1988 to 2008, Tom developed and facilitated general session presentations on academic advisor development for the NACADA Summer Institute on Academic Advising. His most recent publications on professional development include: “Critical Concepts in Academic Advising” in The Academic Advising Handbook , Jossey Bass, 2008, and “Preparing Providers to Foster Student Success”, in Fostering Student Success in the Campus Community , 2008
Tom Brown’s work is based on an integration of theories, research findings, and practical experience that makes a real difference for individuals and institutions. As a nationally recognized author and expert in retention, academic advising, promoting the success of at-risk students, international education, and diversity/inclusivity training, h e has served as a consultant to more than 350 colleges and universities in the US and abroad. Tom is currently Managing Principal of a consulting network that assists campuses to increase student success, build inclusive communities, and manage change (www.tbrownassociates.com ).
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How does it work?
1. We email you a link and
password that will give you access to the On-Demand Training presentations
2. You distribute the link and password to your entire faculty and staff
via email
3. You will have access to these links indefinitely
What are the benefits of On-Demand
Trainings?
Accessible: Email the trainings to your
entire faculty and staff, so they can take advantage of training
opportunities anytime, anywhere. They can watch in the comfort of their
office, their home or while traveling. Cost-Effective: No travel required. An innovative way to provide your entire
faculty and staff with a variety of professional development opportunities
for one low price! The more you train, the more you save. The
registration fee is per institution, not per person. Easy: It’s as easy as point,
click, participate. If you run into any problems, we’re always here
to help. Practical: Our training sessions focus on the most critical and relevant
issues facing educators today. Our primary goal is to provide
participants with the information, training and skills necessary to
immediately implement positive change at their institutions. Top-Notch Speakers: Our speakers are subject matter experts and recognized in their field. No Expiration: When you purchase an On-Demand Training, it is yours
indefinitely. You can use it whenever and as often as you want,
offering consistent training to all of your hires. Satisfaction Guaranteed: Our On-Demand Trainings are 100% guaranteed. Thus, there is
no risk. If you are not completely satisfied, we will refund your
money in full.
How will we use these trainings?
Hybrid Professional Development: Distribute an On-Demand Training to faculty and staff at
the beginning of each month and plan a discussion session at the end of
the month to determine how you will implement the strategies presented. Online Faculty and Staff Learning Communities : Distribute On-Demand Trainings to
faculty and staff so they can watch anytime, anywhere. Contact
Innovative Educators at val@ieinfo.org
and we will create an online discussion group specifically for your institution at no extra charge. In-Service Training: Plan a day and time to show an On-Demand Training in a
lecture hall or large conference room and invite faculty and staff to
attend – debrief immediately following the presentation. Staff Recognition: Develop a program around the On-Demand Trainings with monthly
themes and recognize the staff members that implement the best idea
related to the theme. Team-Building: Utilize these On-Demand Trainings to develop
cross-functional and cross-discipline teams to foster collegiality. New Employee Training: Include these trainings as part of your new employee
training program to ensure consistency. Implementation and Follow-Up: Use the guide and evaluation materials provided by Innovative
Educators to plan, implement and track your progress.