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Instructor Handbook

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MOUNT ROYAL UNIVERSITY

Continuing Education

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

WELCOME ..................................................................................................................... 4TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT ........................................................................................... 5

APPOINTMENT OF INSTRUCTORS ................................................................................. 5CONTRACT AND PAYMENT PROCEDURES .................................................................. 5CONTRACTS FOR ‘INDIVIDUALS’ ................................................................................... 5CONTRACTS FOR ‘COMPANIES’ .................................................................................... 6RESPONSIBILITIES ........................................................................................................... 7

SUPPORT SERVICES .................................................................................................. 10

PREPARATION OF COURSE MATERIALS .................................................................... 10PHOTOCOPYING ............................................................................................................ 11COPYRIGHT .................................................................................................................... 11LIBRARY .......................................................................................................................... 12CLASSROOM TECHNOLOGY ........................................................................................ 13SECURITY ....................................................................................................................... 15PARKING ......................................................................................................................... 16FOOD SERVICES ............................................................................................................ 16BOOKSTORE ................................................................................................................... 16INSTRUCTOR LOUNGE .................................................................................................. 17STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES ................................................................................... 17

POLICIES AND PROCEDURES .................................................................................. 19

POLICY RESOURCES ..................................................................................................... 19NON-ACADEMIC MISCONDUCT .................................................................................... 19FREEDOM OF INFORMATION AND PROTECTION OF PRIVACY ACT (FOIP) ............ 20AUDIT STUDENT POLICY ............................................................................................... 20RULES AND REGULATIONS GOVERNING THE CONDUCT AND SUPERVISION OF

EXAMINATIONS .............................................................................................................. 22MANAGEMENT OF STUDENT GRADES ........................................................................ 23MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR COURSE SYLLABI ................................................... 25CLASSROOMS ................................................................................................................ 26CLASSROOM ETIQUETTE ............................................................................................. 26EMERGENCIES ON CAMPUS ........................................................................................ 27EMERGENCY EVACUATION PROCEDURES ................................................................ 27ADMINISTRATIVE TIPS .................................................................................................. 29STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES ............................................................... 30

INSTRUCTOR DEVELOPMENT .................................................................................. 33

THE ADULT EDUCATOR SEMINAR SERIES ................................................................. 33

ABOUT MOUNT ROYAL .............................................................................................. 36MOUNT ROYAL HISTORY .............................................................................................. 36MOUNT ROYAL UNIVERSITY TODAY ........................................................................... 38



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WELCOME

TO THE

FACULTY OF CONTINUING EDUCATION AND EXTENSION Welcome to the Faculty of Continuing Education and Extension at Mount Royal University, where we have been offering innovative programming to learners of all ages since 1948. Technology always has driven change in our society, from the industrial revolution to today’s knowledge economy and globalization. The rapid pace of technological and social change has led to a growing need for lifelong learning in order to remain competitive, contribute meaningfully to society and enjoy a rewarding life. At Mount Royal Continuing Education, we offer practical, engaging and flexible programming across all sectors in business, industry, health care, social services and education. We provide learners with top quality learning opportunities in the classroom, online, in the workplace and throughout communities. Continuing Education works in concert with credit programming at Mount Royal University to create programs that complement a wide range of learning paths. For instance, some extension certificates may be recognized for course credit in degree programs. I want to thank you for sharing your expertise with our learners to help them on their lifelong learning journey. Charles F. Webber, PhD Dean Faculty of Continuing Education and Extension

�� Thank you for working with the Faculty of Continuing Education and Extension at Mount Royal University. We wish you success in your teaching experience and your continuing professional development. From the Staff, Faculty of Continuing Education and Extension



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TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT APPOINTMENT OF INSTRUCTORS As an instructor in Continuing Education you are appointed on a part-time basis for the length of the instructional contract. Instructors are approved by the Dean of the Faculty of Continuing Education and Extension on the recommendation of a Program Director/Manager. Contracts are binding when signed by the Dean and course enrolments reach a set minimum. Terms of employment are governed by Mount Royal University’s policy for Continuing Education instructors. If you have been contracted as an “individual”, you receive Employment Insurance and Canada Pension Plan benefits. The rate of pay is inclusive of statutory holidays. If you have been contracted as a “company”, you receive no benefits, but Mount Royal University pays five percent Goods and Services Tax (GST) on contracts where applicable.

CONTRACT AND PAYMENT PROCEDURES CONTRACTS FOR ‘INDIVIDUALS’ All instructors are paid by direct deposit to their banks. Mount Royal University’s financial system does not allow for any exceptions. Please submit a void cheque or statement from your bank, provide a copy of your Social Insurance card to your Program Coordinator and complete the Individual Instructor/Contractor Commencement form provided by your Program Coordinator in order to establish you as an instructor with Mount Royal University. When you receive your contract, check the information for accuracy. If the information is correct, sign and return the original copy to the attention of your Program Coordinator in the Faculty of Continuing Education and Extension. Returning the contract promptly facilitates timely processing. Instructional contracts are paid bi-monthly, on the fifteenth and three days before the last day of the month. Please note that if your course start date is close to a pay day, there may be a delay in your first payment. Your pay statements are web based as are Benefit Statements and T4s. To access your pay statement you will need to log on to the MyMRU website. Please ensure that you have activated your MyMRU account. If not, follow the instructions on the main Web page. You can also access this website from your home or any Internet ready computer: www.MyMRU.ca. Once you are in the MyMRU website, you should then:

- click on Employee Resources tab - click on Pay Information

You can view any current or prior pay statement, depending on the pay period that you choose. Please note that contract information is activated one to two days before your teaching assignment begins, and at that time, you can access the information on MyMRU.



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Should you have any questions about this process, please contact the Payroll Administrator at 403.440.6320. Should you wish to sign up for a demonstration of how to access MyMRU and how to view your electronic pay statement, please call 403.440.6584. For those people concerned about privacy, a computer has been set up within the Department of Human Resources where you may view your pay statement. There will also be a dedicated private printer for those wishing to print out a copy for any reason. Should you have any questions or concerns regarding payroll processes, you may contact the Payroll Administrator at 403.440.6320. If you do not have access to the Internet, please contact your Program Coordinator or Assistant and request that a printed copy of your pay statement be sent to you. Continuing Education instructors who are also Mount Royal University faculty or staff will receive payment on their regular pay deposits. CONTRACTS FOR ‘COMPANIES’ If you wish to be paid as a company, it is necessary for you to complete a “Request for Contract Services” questionnaire. This is to help Mount Royal University determine whether you meet the requirements of Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) to qualify as a company in any given instructional situation. Failure to complete and return the questionnaire and necessary attachments may result in a delay in your payment. Should Mount Royal University not approve your application for status as a company, you may apply to CRA for a ruling. As Mount Royal University pays by direct deposit rather than cheque, you will also be asked to complete a “Vendor Setup & Direct Deposit Payment (EFT) Information Sheet”. Your Program Coordinator will provide this form to you. You will be asked to complete the top portion of the form, ensure that all banking information is completed, AND attach either a VOID cheque or DEPOSIT SLIP, and return to the Program Coordinator. The Program Coordinator or area designate will send the completed and signed form and any attachments (i.e. void cheque, deposit slip) to Accounts Payable prior to receipt of, or with, your first invoice so that your company may be set up in the MRU vendor system.

If you have a company contract, be aware that if a student should initiate a lawsuit for any reason, your company may be sued as a separate entity from Mount Royal University. Your company will be required to obtain independent legal counsel. (Instructors contracted as individuals are considered employees of Mount Royal University and therefore cannot be sued as individuals in a suit against Mount Royal University). Please note that the CRA requires that all company contracts include a clause that any costs incurred in providing the service be covered by the contractor. Companies may not submit expense claims. When you receive your contract, check the information for accuracy. If the information is correct, sign and return the original copy to the attention of your Program Coordinator in the Faculty of Continuing Education and Extension. Returning the contract promptly facilitates timely processing. Please note that payment will not occur until an invoice is received. It is the responsibility of the company representative to invoice Mount Royal University. The procedure is outlined below:



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Send your invoice(s) once your course has begun. Invoices are paid 30 days net upon

completion of services rendered. Remember to include your GST number on your invoice. Send the invoice to the attention of your Program Coordinator to ensure faster processing.

Invoices are approved for payment in the Faculty, not in Finance. Company contracts are paid after the course completion date unless special arrangements have

been made with your Program Coordinator. COURSE CONFIRMATION/CANCELLATION There are never guarantees that a course will run. All programs and courses carry minimum registration requirements and if those requirements are not met within seven days of course commencement, the course may be cancelled, and your contract voided. You will be notified by your Program Coordinator/Assistant should this be the case. Should you not be notified of a cancellation, you are to assume that your course will run and your contract is valid. Do not expect to be notified or reminded of your contract dates/times beyond signing your contract. RESPONSIBILITIES When you sign your instructional contract with the Faculty of Continuing Education and Extension at Mount Royal University, you are agreeing to work with your Program Coordinator and Faculty staff to contribute to the success and satisfaction of the participants in our programs. The responsibilities inherent in your contract are as follows: 1. Confer with your Program Coordinator to determine the specific requirements and timelines for

the course that you are instructing. 2. Prepare for course instruction well in advance of the course start date. This includes:

preparing course lesson plans that meet approved learner outcomes preparing course outline/syllabus using template provided selecting resources and identifying textbook/supply requirements developing student handouts and presentation materials planning methods and techniques for delivery developing assessment strategies and criteria, as required preparing course materials, as required

3. Meet with the Program Coordinator as necessary during office hours to discuss program

responsibilities and requirements.

4. Provide the Program Coordinator with a list of materials required by the participants at the course planning stage.

5. Obtain prior approval from the Program Coordinator for any expenses incurred by you or the

students. This includes items which are not obtained through your Program Coordinator. Photocopying, overheads, supplies, etc., should be ordered through your Program Coordinator.



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6. Attend and conduct all scheduled sessions. When a session must be missed, you are responsible for making alternate arrangements with prior approval from the Program Coordinator. Satisfaction of the students must be considered in all arrangements made. In the event that a class cannot be conducted due to illness or emergency, please follow this procedure to minimize inconvenience to your students:

If the absence is known in advance, contact the Program Coordinator to arrange a

substitute instructor. If an accident, illness, transportation problem or other emergency prevents you from

attending a scheduled class, immediately contact: o your Program Coordinator (during business hours) OR o Campus Security: 403.440.6897

Consult with your Program Coordinator to reschedule any missed classes. Be aware that this involves:

o having your Program Coordinator book an appropriate room, o ensuring that ALL students on the class list are notified of time, place and date of

make-up session(s). Remember that students expect advance notice of schedule changes except in the case

of last-minute emergencies. 7. Coordinate with the Program Coordinator when to pick up class lists at a prearranged location

before your first session.

8. Ensure that class lists are accurate and attendance is taken for every session: Students whose names do not appear on the class list should be asked to provide proof

of registration. In the case of last minute registrants, the registration confirmation may not be available. Admit the students, and call your Program Coordinator before your next class to confirm the status of students not appearing on the class list.

Admit unlisted (auditing) students if you have been advised to do so by your Program Coordinator. Program Coordinators may make special arrangements for some students, but this must be done prior to the course start, and you will be notified of the circumstances.

Submit attendance records to the Program Coordinator at the end of the course with your signature.

9. We place a high priority on evaluating our courses and instructors, and on learning more about

our participants. The students’ evaluations of instruction provide us with the feedback we need to offer appropriate professional development seminars for you and to improve our course offerings. We ask you to assist us with the collection of the feedback by alerting students to our

new online instructor evaluation. Students will receive an email with a link to an online instructor evaluation form. They may access the evaluation from their phone, tablet or computer. If you have any questions, please contact your Program Coordinator.

10. Provide participants with the course outline/syllabus at the beginning of the course.

11. Participate in professional development activities to remain current in your area of expertise.

The Adult Educator Seminar Series has been developed to enhance your instructional abilities at a nominal cost. Please consider participating.



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12. Become informed about the policies, procedures and services that are relevant to you and your students. A copy of the MRU policies and procedures manual is available through your Program Coordinator or Mount Royal University Library or online at http://intranet.mtroyal.ca.

13. Adhere to Mount Royal University and Faculty policies and procedures. 14. Instructors are not permitted under any circumstances to market services or products to

students. Nor are instructors allowed to provide remedial or special sessions for students outside the scheduled class without the approval of the Program Director.

Occasionally, within the course of a class, an instructor may be approached to consider an instructional opportunity with an organization that a student is associated with. IT IS EXPECTED that the instructor will direct this opportunity to the attention of MRU, Faculty of Continuing Education and Extension’s Corporate Training Centre at 403.440.5588. The expectation is that instructors will conduct such matters in good faith. It is understood that the instructor who made initial contact will be given the first opportunity to instruct and/or develop materials within this contract. If you have questions or concerns at any point regarding this policy, please feel free to discuss them with your Program Coordinator.

Please note: Further responsibilities such as Audit Student Policy, Rules and Regulations Governing the Conduct and Supervision of Examinations, Management of Student Grades, Minimum Requirements for Course Syllabi, Procedures for Administering Student Evaluations can be found under the section Policies and Procedures.



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SUPPORT SERVICES

PREPARATION OF COURSE MATERIALS

COURSE MATERIALS

Most courses have student materials for distribution. Although circumstances may vary, the typical arrangement is as follows:

Course materials, including course syllabi, are prepared in advance of the course start date.

Course materials are delivered to Storage Rooms B204 or EC1077 either the day before or the day of course commencement. Contact your Program Coordinator or Assistant for materials management procedures and access information.

You are required to transport these materials to your classroom. If there are any extra materials (for absent students), please retain these materials until

the next class date. If after the second class, or the completion of a short course, you have remaining

materials, please return these to your Program Coordinator/Assistant using the appropriate Storage Room (B204 or EC1077). Please ensure you use the appropriate return label indicating that your materials are to be returned to the attention of your Program Coordinator including their office number.

Never leave course materials unattended in your classroom or elsewhere.

INSTRUCTOR COURSE MATERIALS

Typically, as an instructor, you receive a copy of the course materials, whether a custom package, text and outline, or other format, at the outset of your work with Mount Royal University. It is your responsibility to retain these materials for the course, as you will not be provided with additional copies. Any materials provided to you remain the property of Mount Royal University, and cannot be used in any form for any other activities outside of your specific contract obligations with Mount Royal University. If you, as the instructor, are the provider of course materials, please provide your Program Assistant with these materials at least 3 weeks in advance of the course start date. All materials must be provided in usable form. We do not accept: materials that require reformatting materials that require word processing or related clerical work materials that do not have all necessary citation information materials that are saved in a format that our software systems do not support (please consult

with your Program Coordinator for software requirements)



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PHOTOCOPYING NOTE: If you are hired as a COMPANY CONTRACTOR, you are required to provide your own photocopying. The Faculty provides for printing and photocopying of materials required for your students. Please follow the procedures listed below: Submit requests for photocopying to your Program Coordinator/Assistant no less than 10 full

working days before your course begins.

Make a note of any special copying requirements (e.g., collating, stapling, binding) as well as the number of copies and the date by which you require them.

Submit copies of your current class handouts to your Program Coordinator/Assistant.

If you require other support services, please discuss these with your Program Coordinator/Assistant at the course planning stage.

COPYRIGHT Copyright is the right to copy materials. Only the copyright owner has the legal right to copy the work or to grant permission to others for copying. It is important to remember that the owner is not necessarily the author or creator of the work. Copyright automatically subsists when an original work is created. The work does not need to be registered nor is it necessary for the copyright symbol © to be displayed. Some examples of works that are copyright-protected include books, magazines, journal articles, diagrams, maps, photographs, films, tapes, videos, CDs, song lyrics, sheet music, television and radio programs, computer software and databases. For more information on copyright contact 403.440.6188 or visit the web at: http://www.mtroyal.ca/Library/Research/Copyright/index.htm



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LIBRARY

Your Campus Card is your library card. If you are a company contractor, you may borrow and/or access the Library’s services by visiting the main Library desk and giving your name, MRU ID # if known, the name of the course you are teaching and the start and end dates of the course. You should have a piece of identification available. The Library is located on the first level of the main building across from the BookStore. The Library’s hours of service are: September to June (start of Fall semester to end of Spring semester) Monday - Thursday: 7:30 am - 7:30 pm, Friday: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm; September to April (start of Fall semester to end of Winter semester) Saturday: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm (excluding final exam periods, long weekends, and reading

week); July to August, Monday – Friday: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. For the most current information, please call 403.440.6140 or visit http://library.mtroyal.ca/



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CLASSROOM TECHNOLOGY

If you need to specialized equipment or materials, please make arrangements with your Program Coordinator/Assistant. East Wing Buildings - East Arts [EA], East Bissett [EB], Roderick Mah Centre for Continuous Learning (RMCCL) [EC]) All of the classrooms in the East Wing buildings are equipped with SMART cabinets. These cabinets contain a built-in computer with an internet connection and a separate video player unit. A brief information sheet follows. However, if you would like further assistance in learning how to operate these SMART cabinets, contact the East Wing Technology Support Line at 403.440.7060 to arrange an appointment. Technology Support Analysts are available to assist you in the East Wing buildings. You can drop by their offices at EA2053 or EB2131, or call them at 403.440.7060 or from the classroom phones using Speed Dial 2. EA (East Arts) Building Smart Cabinet information: http://www.mtroyal.ca/cs/groups/public/documents/pdf/ea_scinstuctions.pdf EB (East Bissett) Building Smart Cabinet information: http://www.mtroyal.ca/cs/groups/public/documents/pdf/eb_scinstuctions.pdf EC (East Continuous Learning) Building Smart Cabinet information: (also on next page) http://www.mtroyal.ca/cs/groups/public/documents/pdf/ec_scinstuctions.pdf



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SECURITY AND PUBLIC SAFETY

The Department of Security and Public Safety, located at the West Gate, Room X200, has personnel on campus 24 hours a day. They can be reached by phone at 403.440.5900; further information can be found on their website: http://www.mtroyal.ca/CampusServices/CampusSafety/index.htm. The department undertakes a variety of tasks and services. These include:

fire safety investigation traffic control physical security emergency first aid protective services management of the lost and found parking lot escorts for students and staff



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PARKING

Parking is available - and enforced - from 7:00 am to 9:00 pm, Monday through Saturday, in all designated lots for visitors, faculty, staff and students. Tickets purchased from dispensers located in the parking lots should be displayed on the dashboard of your vehicle. Designated accessible parking areas are available; please obtain a special permit through the Parking Office. For more information including current rates, please visit the Parking Office located in the East A building in Room EA1016, call 403.440.6914 or visit their website http://www.mtroyal.ca/AboutMountRoyal/TransportationParking/ City of Calgary parking tickets are issued for violation of posted parking regulations. Note: Due to extensive construction and reduced parking on campus, “C-Choices” (Mount Royal University’s commuting options) are highly recommended. See the website for further information http://www.mtroyal.ca/AboutMountRoyal/TransportationParking/.

FOOD SERVICES

Restaurants on campus are open daily, with some open evenings and Saturdays. Hours vary according to semester. Check with your Program Coordinator for additional information or go to http://www.mtroyal.ca/CampusServices/CampusResources/FoodServices/index.htm Catering services from donuts to dinners are available for large and small groups. Updates to food/catering options will be posted at the above web address in the near future.

BOOKSTORE

Textbooks and a variety of merchandise are sold at the Mount Royal University BookStore in the main building on Level 1, opposite the Library. The BookStore is open to the general public.

Regular hours 8:30 am-6:30 pm Monday to Thursday 8:30 am-4:30 pm Friday 8:30 am-1:30 pm Saturday Closed Statutory Holidays

Summer hours 8:30 am-4:00 pm weekdays July 1 to mid-August Closed Saturdays from mid-May to mid-August

The BookStore accepts debit cards, cash, personalized cheques, VISA and MasterCard. Phone enquiries: 403.440.6300; website:http://bookstore.mtroyal.ca/ Your Program Coordinator will provide detailed information on textbook sales.



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INSTRUCTOR LOUNGE The instructor lounge is located on the second floor of the EC building – Room EC2103. This room has the following features:

10 ‘day use’ lockers. You will find instructions in EC 2103 if you wish to access these. Small refrigerator, microwave and sink. This is shared space so please keep the area clean and

removed any expired items from the fridge. 2 laptop computers. Log-in instructions are posted next to each laptop.

The room may be accessed using a coded key pad. To gain entry using the key pad located on the door above the handle, press the 2 and 4 keys at the same time, followed by the 3 key on its own. Please do not share this code with students or anyone else who is not an MRU Faculty of Continuing Education and Extension instructor. Note: Campus card access using the swipe mechanism outside of the door may also be available to instructors upon request through your Program Coordinator/Assistant.

STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES

The following services are available at Mount Royal University to ensure student success and satisfaction. Please advise your students at your first class that these services are available at Lincoln Park Campus. Any requests for service must be forwarded promptly by the instructor to the Program Coordinator for referral.

STUDENT LEARNING SERVICES (Room T123) 403.440.6452 http://www.mtroyal.ca/AcademicSupport/ResourcesServices/StudentLearningServices/index.htm Students can receive free one-on-one or small group instruction in learning strategies, essay writing, documentation and research methods. Workshops on a variety of learning and study skill topics are also available. ACCESSIBILITY SERVICES (Room Y201) 403.440.6868 https://www.mtroyal.ca/AcademicSupport/ResourcesServices/AccessibilityServices/index.htm Accessibility Services offers support to current and prospective students with a variety of disabilities, including mobility, sensory, learning, psychological and chronic health conditions, as well as temporary disabilities. It is a student's responsibility to request academic accommodation. If a student with a disability requires academic accommodation and has not registered with Accessibility Services, they should contact their office at 403.440.6868. The student must be registered with Accessibility Services to access academic accommodations.



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CAREER SERVICES (Room A200) 403.440.6307 http://www.mtroyal.ca/EmploymentCareers/CareerServices/index.htm Students may visit the above website for job postings that may be of interest to them. STUDENT COUNSELLING SERVICES (Room U216) EnCana Wellness Centre 403.440.6362 http://www.mtroyal.ca/CampusServices/WellnessServices/StudentCounselling/index.htm Professional counsellors and psychologists are available to help with personal, career and academic concerns. Counselling is free and completely confidential. A number of workshops and groups for student development are also free of charge. MOUNT ROYAL UNIVERSITY RECREATION (Room U130) 403.440-6517 – Registration http://www.mtroyal.ca/CampusServices/AthleticsRecreation/Recreation/index.htm All Continuing Education students can purchase a membership at a reduced rate during the semester they are registered. Family members also receive reduced membership rates.



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POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

POLICY RESOURCES Mount Royal University has a number of policies and procedures designed to guide and assist instructors and staff in dealing with situations that may occur in the course of day-to-day work. The Board of Governors of Mount Royal University has approved and implemented instructional policies with the goal of ensuring that students, instructors and staff are treated in a fair and just manner. As a Continuing Education instructor you may wish to refer to some of the following policies:

NON-ACADEMIC MISCONDUCT Mount Royal University reserves the right to suspend, or in extreme circumstances to expel, any student for non-academic misconduct which includes: behaviour which a reasonable person would believe causes, or threatens to cause, harm or

injury to persons behaviour which a reasonable person would believe causes, or threatens to cause, damage to

Mount Royal University property or the property of others conduct which seriously disrupts the educational activities, services or events provided by

Mount Royal University for students or members of the community behaviour or conduct which is otherwise unlawful The instructor may take the following action: call security temporarily remove the student from the classroom if necessary contact the Program Coordinator as soon as possible complete a Non-Academic Misconduct form available from your Program Coordinator This policy does not address discriminatory behaviours which are covered under the Mount Royal University Individual Rights Policy http://www.mtroyal.ca/CampusServices/CampusResources/DiversityHumanRights/index.htm The power to suspend or expel a student may be exercised only by the Provost and Vice-President, Academic.



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DISCRIMINATION AND HARASSMENT

Sexual harassment and other forms of discrimination are unacceptable at Mount Royal University. In cases of harassment or discrimination or for information about the University’s Individual Rights Policy, you are advised to contact the Human Rights Advisor in Room U216-C, 403.440.8675. http://www.mtroyal.ca/CampusServices/CampusResources/DiversityHumanRights/index.htm

GRADE APPEALS AND GRIEVANCES

(*Refer to the Final Appeals and Grievances Policy, available from our website or from your Program Coordinator)

FREEDOM OF INFORMATION AND PROTECTION OF PRIVACY ACT (FOIP) FOIP Legislation governs all provincial departments, agencies and public bodies including:

local school boards universities, public colleges and technical institutions local governments (i.e. counties, cities, towns, villages, municipalities) regional health authorities

Under FOIP, anyone can request access to records held by Mount Royal University, including personal information about themselves subject to certain exceptions. As an instructor:

1) You must submit to the Program Coordinator all grade books, final exams and other tests or papers.

2) You can post grades only if the student’s anonymity can be guaranteed. 3) You need written consent from the student to release personal information to a third party or to

use his or her course work as an example. Under no circumstance are you to release student grades to anyone other than the student. Please check with the Program Coordinator regarding grade distribution.

AUDIT STUDENT POLICY

Auditors are students who have been granted permission in writing by a Program Coordinator to attend and actively participate in courses in a Part Time Extension Certificate, Full Time Certificate/Diploma or other selected courses on the understanding that they may not submit assignments or complete examinations for grading. Permission to audit must be approved one week prior to course commencement. Such permission is at the discretion of the Program Coordinator, and pending space availability. Once a student has registered to audit a course, the student may not change their status to graded, nor will the student who has registered in a graded course be permitted to change to auditing student status. Audit courses will be reflected on the student's permanent record with the symbol "AU". The student may, in succeeding semesters, take any graded course which has previously been audited. Full course fees, payment deadlines and course withdrawal policies apply to audited courses.



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RULES AND REGULATIONS GOVERNING THE CONDUCT AND

SUPERVISION OF EXAMINATIONS

1. Student identification: The examination supervisor reserves the right to ask students to present identification. Students must sign a separate document indicating they have turned in their examination.

2. Students must write their names on each examination and/or answer booklet as directed. 3. Students who have not paid all tuition fees or who have not satisfied course prerequisites

prior to the examination period should be aware that their examination may be cancelled because of these deficiencies.

4. Students must be in their places punctually at the appointed time. Students who are late in

arriving will not normally be admitted after the first half-hour of the examination period has elapsed. No additional time will be allowed after the end of the scheduled examination period.

5. The examination supervisor will clearly state the maximum time allotted for the examination.

The examination supervisor will verbally warn students when there are 30 minutes and 10 minutes remaining in the examination period.

6. No students will be permitted to leave the examination room until 45 minutes have elapsed

after the start of the examination.

7. Students, staff and others will NOT be allowed to enter the examination room until the examination is concluded.

8. All enquiries and requests must be addressed only to the examination supervisor.

9. Any student who desires to leave the examination room must deliver his/her answer

booklet(s) to the presiding examiner prior to leaving. Unless specifically authorized in advance by the examination supervisor, students who leave the examination room will not be permitted to re-enter until after the examination period has expired. Temporary absence by a student from the examination room to go to the washroom, however, is permitted on condition that only one student is absent at any given time. Whenever possible, the student will be accompanied by an instructor or staff member. Normally, students are expected to remain in an examination room for two (2) hours without requiring an absence. For the purpose of this policy, a washroom is considered an extension of the examination room (i.e., all examination rules apply). Any other absences from an examination room will require that the student turn in the examination booklet.

10. STUDENTS ARE STRICTLY CAUTIONED AGAINST:

a. speaking to other students or communicating with them under any circumstances whatsoever;

b. bringing into the examination room any textbooks, notebooks or other written material(s) not specifically authorized by the examiner;

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d. using cellular telephones or other electronic devices; e. leaving answer papers exposed in view of other students; f. attempting to read other students’ examination papers.

11. Students shall record their answers only on the examination booklets and answer sheets provided. Use of any other papers not specifically authorized by the examiner may result in cancellation of the examination. Students should write on only one side of the paper; the opposite side may be used for rough work. Rough work must not be discarded, but should be handed in with the examination booklet(s).

12. All examination booklets must be handed in to the presiding examiner promptly when the

signal is given. Failure to comply with this regulation will be cause for rejection of an answer paper.

13. If a student becomes ill or receives word of domestic affliction during the course of the

examination, he/she must report at once to the presiding examiner, hand in the unfinished paper, and request that it be cancelled. If the cause is illness, the student must see their doctor so that any subsequent application for a deferred examination may be supported by a medical certificate. The medical certificate must be delivered to the Program Director’s/Program Administrator’s office within 48 hours after the scheduled examination. Should a student write an examination, hand in the paper for marking, and later report extenuating circumstances to support a request for cancellation of the paper and for another examination, such a request will be denied.

MANAGEMENT OF STUDENT GRADES Management of student grades is the responsibility of the course instructor. The course instructor is expected to provide the student with an opportunity to learn by providing feedback through a series of evaluation tools. The course syllabus must specify how the grading for the course will be determined, and under no circumstances can the grading system be changed once the syllabus has been distributed. The final examination or paper for a course must comprise at least 20% of the final course grade but not more than 50% of the final course grade. In some circumstances the evaluation and assessment for the course may be set and in this case the instructor must comply with the pre-determined system. Please check with your Program Coordinator. In all cases, the course syllabus must specify the grading system and be distributed at the beginning of the course. An example of a course grading system would be as follows:

- Quiz - 10% of final grade - Mid Term Examination - 40% of final grade - Presentation - 10% of final grade - Final Examination - 40% of final grade

The instructor must have a pre-set answer sheet for all examinations, and this must be submitted to the Program Coordinator in the event students appeal their course grade.



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The instructor must have pre-set criteria for grading papers or other written documents or for laboratory examinations. The criteria must be submitted to the Program Coordinator for comparison should the student appeal their course grade. The instructor is responsible for developing student evaluation tools if these are not previously in place for the course. The instructor is responsible for developing a course syllabus and grading system if these are not previously in place. The instructor must provide the Program Coordinator with a copy of all course syllabi. If course syllabus and/or student evaluation tools are in place for the course, the instructor must comply with the specified syllabus, grading system and evaluation tools. The Program Coordinator must provide the instructor with a copy of the syllabus, grading system and evaluation tools prior to the signing of the instructor contract, if they have already been established. The instructor has the sole responsibility for grading all student evaluation tools. If the instructor is using multiple choice examinations, these may be machine scored through the printing department. Under no circumstances can the administrative staff score or grade student examinations or other evaluation tools. The instructor must submit final course grades to the Program Coordinator within the specified timelines as communicated to you by your Program Coordinator. The Program Coordinator is responsible for submitting the final course grades to Continuing Education Registration. Under no circumstances may administrative staff change a student’s grade. Final grades may be changed only through discussion with the instructor as specified below or through an Appeal Process. Should there be any questions regarding students’ grades, the Program Director/Administrator should discuss these with the instructor to ensure that there have been no errors in grading and that the evaluation tools are of appropriate difficulty for the course. If it is determined that there is a flaw in the evaluation tool related to accuracy or difficulty, then the instructor and Program Director/Administrator may determine a means of correcting for the error. The system for correction must be applied consistently to all students’ grades within a course. The instructor must submit the final examination tool to the Program Coordinator to retain on file for one year or until the students graduate from the program. Students have five (5) working days following receipt of their final course grades to appeal the grades. As step one of the appeals process involves discussion and review of the grades with the instructor, the instructor must be available to the students at any time during the five (5) working days following students’ notification of the final grades. The instructor must also be available to submit examination keys and/or criteria for assessment of papers, etc. and must also be available to appear before the Faculty Appeal Committee or Mount Royal University Grievance Committee as required. Please refer to the Student Guide to Credit-Free Policies for further information on Academic Appeals and Grievances. If you would like to receive a copy, please ask your Program Coordinator.



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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR COURSE SYLLABI

1. Course Information Course Title Course Number

2. Instructor

Name Contact Information (if appropriate)

� Phone � E-mail and/or Course Website

3. Text and Materials 4. Prerequisites 5. Course Description 6. Course Learning Outcomes 7. Student Assessment

How will students be assessed? Weighting and grading: How are the assessments weighted? What grading scheme is

employed? What criteria will students be graded on in each assessment? Under no circumstances can student assessment criteria and grading be changed once

the syllabus has been distributed to the class. 8. Course Policies

May address issues such as late assignments, attendance, punctuality, missed exams, integrity of student work.

9. Tentative Course Schedule



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CLASSROOMS

Your classroom number is indicated on your instructional contract. Your classroom number is also available to you and your students at West Gate Security. In the unlikely event that your scheduled room is occupied, obtain the name of the instructor using the classroom, and immediately contact Security 403.440.5900 for resolution of the situation. Contact your Program Coordinator the following day to resolve the situation before the next class.

CLASSROOM ETIQUETTE

All instructors are asked to please follow the steps outlined below. If using any signage, posters, flip chart paper, etc., tape may not be used on painted surfaces, whiteboards or tack/cork boards. For painted surfaces, the ONLY approved product that may be used is “Holdit”. (This product is a putty adhesive and is available from the MRU BookStore.) For whiteboard surfaces, no materials of any kind should be attached to these surfaces with tape or any other product. For tack/cork boards, tacks or push pins may be used. When classes are finished, to assist with smooth transition of classrooms to the next instructor, please ensure to: o Log off of the computer o Turn off the VPU (video projection unit) o Place the remote controls for the VPU/VCR/DVD inside of the Smart Cabinet if applicable o Lock all Smart Cabinet doors

Do not store teaching materials in Smart Cabinets. Any materials found will be removed.

o Return tables, chairs and overhead projectors to their original positions

Tables in a row with chairs facing the front of the classroom Overhead projectors to the front corner of the classroom

o Erase all white/chalk boards o Return any used overhead projector acetate rolls in the East A and East B classrooms to either

EA2053 or EB2131 so that used rolls may be replaced. For further assistance with classroom technology, please contact the Help Desk at 403.440.6000 from Monday-Thursday, 8:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. and Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. or contact the East building IT office at 403.440.7060 for support or training requirements.



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EMERGENCIES ON CAMPUS What to do in an emergency: Emergency information is available at the following url and instructors are encouraged to visit this site to review the information. http://www.mtroyal.ca/CampusServices/CampusResources/RiskServices/ERP/index.htm Emergency Phone Numbers: Note: Dial 9 first if you are calling from an internal phone line.

Security Services – Emergency 24 hours 403.440-5900 Security Services – Administration 403.440-6897 Calgary Emergency Services 911 (DO NOT TEXT!)

In case of illness or accident, call Campus Security at 403.440.5900 or send a student to provide the security officer with the following information:

your location your name nature of accident or illness assistance needed

All accidents, no matter now trivial, must be reported immediately using the MRU Accident Report Form available from Campus Security. They should be completed by both the instructor and the security officer. Acquaint yourself with the fire alarms and exits closest to your classroom to ensure that class members can vacate the building appropriately. If an alarm rings, you should evacuate the building immediately.

EMERGENCY EVACUATION PROCEDURES

If you witness an emergency situation in progress, call 403.440.5900 or use emergency phones located around the campus. Emergency situations include: fire, medical, bomb threat, flooding, toxic fumes, crimes in progress and life-threatening situations.

As soon as you hear an alarm ringing, it is imperative that you evacuate the building immediately via the nearest exit.

When evacuating the building, remember to take any personal items that are with you, but do not stop at lockers, offices or washrooms. Leave quickly and calmly.

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Consult with your immediate supervisor for emergency procedures specific to your department. In a situation where there is immediate danger, the campus building will be locked. No one will

be allowed back into the building until Mount Royal University officials deem it safe. Call the main switchboard 403.440.6111 or check www.mtroyal.ca for updates during an

evacuation. For more information about emergency procedures, contact Security at 403.440.6897.



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ADMINISTRATIVE TIPS �Provide all materials for photocopying to your Program Coordinator at least 10 working days

before your course begins. Ensure that it is professional in appearance and does not violate copyright.

Visit your classroom and check locations, layout and equipment prior to your first class.

Anticipate needing time to transport the equipment you have booked from the Library. Be prepared to arrive early to each session in order to start classes on time. Have parking information available when teaching at any location. Students receive information

with their registration confirmations, but frequently need to have it repeated or confirmed. If you are instructing for more than 10 hours in a semester, casual instructors’ parking passes

are available and are your least expensive choice. Know the phone number for Security (403.440.5900). They are your first contact in case of

conflict or emergency. Familiarize yourself with the location and hours of the Library. This is where you find new

overhead bulbs or rolls, and flipchart paper. Book your equipment early to avoid disappointment. Know where smoking is permitted on campus. Smoking is allowed only in outdoor designated

areas: Arts Courtyard (access from T-wing, area east of building), Tower Entrance (near Carillon, east of pond), Patio between Cougar Inn and Faculty Lounge (third level), Wyckham House patio (beside The Hub {formerly Liberty Lounge}), Lower Patio near the Herb ‘n’ Market (east of amphitheatre), Northwest corner of East Arts building (beside Lot E4), picnic table in Parking Lot 8 behind the Roderick Mah Centre for Continuous Learning (EC Building).

Finish classes on time. Allow enough time for questions toward the end of your session.



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STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES This Statement of Student Rights and Responsibilities for credit-free adult students is intended to constitute a guideline to be observed by the Board of Governors, credit-free adult students1, instructors, staff and administrators of Mount Royal University. It does not constitute a legal contract between the credit-free adult students and Mount Royal University, and it cannot override any collective agreement or other legally enforceable contract where there is conflict. The statement is not intended to create a foundation for civil proceedings in the Courts of the Province of Alberta. In the event of a perceived or alleged breach of the Statement, any resolution sought by a student shall be, exclusively, through established Mount Royal University procedures, the result of which shall be final and binding. Rights and responsibilities outlined in items 1 - 10 apply to all credit-free adult students. Items 1 to 14 apply to credit-free adult students registered in Certificate Programs that lead to accreditation by an external organization. Items 1 – 17 apply to credit-free adult students registered in Certificate Programs accredited by Mount Royal University only. 1. RIGHT: To have their rights respected by fellow students, instructors, staff, administrators, and

other persons associated with Mount Royal University. RESPONSIBILITY: To respect the rights of fellow students, instructors, staff, administrators,

and other persons associated with Mount Royal University.

2. RIGHT: To a University environment that complies with institutional and relevant government regulations, policies, and procedures. RESPONSIBILITY: To observe University and relevant government regulations, policies and procedures intended to protect the environment of Mount Royal University.

3. RIGHT: To have access to current relevant policy information pertinent to the Mount Royal University area2 within which they are studying. Revisions to the policies will be published in a timely manner and revised policies posted within the area of Mount Royal University where they are studying. RESPONSIBILITY: To familiarize themselves with current information included in the Policy guidelines established within the area of Mount Royal University where they are studying.

4. RIGHT: To the availability of the instructor or, where appropriate, program coordinator for

assistance and consultation at mutually agreeable times. RESPONSIBILITY: To monitor their academic progress and to seek help to resolve their academic and any training choice difficulties.

5. RIGHT: To have appeal and grievance procedures established and published by the various

adult credit-free areas of Mount Royal University and made freely available to the student. When such publication is not timely, procedures will be publicly posted within the area where instruction takes place.

RESPONSIBILITY: To make themselves aware of appeal and grievance procedures.

1 Adult – anyone over 18 years of age. 2 Areas could be the Mount Royal University Conservatory, Faculty of Continuing Education and Extension, the Languages Institute or other organizational units which provide credit-free programs for adults.



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6. RIGHT: To have course times, as scheduled at the time of registration, remain unchanged except when circumstances warrant as determined by Mount Royal University and to have classes start and end at the scheduled times. RESPONSIBILTY: To arrive on time for their classes and to remain for the duration of those classes, except in exceptional circumstances.

7. RIGHT: To be notified, whenever possible, of class cancellations in advance of the class meeting. RESPONSIBILITY: To accept that courses may be cancelled in exceptional circumstances.

8. RIGHT: To have student views in Mount Royal University-sponsored evaluations of instruction

and student-oriented services taken into account in appropriate decision making processes. RESPONSIBILITY: To participate in such evaluations when requested. 9. RIGHT: To view Mount Royal University’s official student record as contained in their

permanent file. RESPONSIBILITY: To respect Mount Royal University’s regulations and legal terms of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act regarding viewing of the official student record.

10. RIGHT: To the confidentiality of their transcript and the grade assigned for each course, except by their express written permission. Mount Royal University reserves the right to confirm or deny questions concerning students’ registrations and/or completion of a program. Mount Royal University reserves the right to make transcripts available for authorized purposes within Mount Royal University without student permission (e.g. for scholarship and financial aid eligibility, program advising, etc.). RESPONBILITY: To respect the confidentiality of the academic records of other students.

11. RIGHT: To have access to a seat in each core or required course of the credit-free program in which they are registered, at least once during the normal length of the program for full-time students. RESPONSIBILITY: To take each core or required course of the program in which they are registered as soon as a place becomes available after the prerequisites for those courses have been met.

12. RIGHT: To have the graduation requirements of the program in which they are registered

remain unchanged from those in effect when they first registered in that program. If and when the requirements are changed, students registered in the program will be given the choice of which curriculum to follow except where the change is dictated by external agencies. RESPONSIBILITY: To endeavour to complete the program under the curriculum best suited to their personal circumstances in view of the reasons for the change.

13. RIGHT: To have the length of the program in which they are registered not increase from the

length of the program in which they first registered in that program. If and when the length of a program is increased, students registered in that program will be given the choice of which curriculum to follow except in cases where the length of the program is dictated by external agencies. RESPONSIBILITY: To endeavour to complete the program.

14. RIGHT: To have the opportunity to complete, within its normal duration, the program in which

they are registered if and when that program is discontinued by Mount Royal University.



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RESPONSIBILITY: To consider the reasons for the discontinuation of the program and to endeavour to complete the program within its normal duration or choose an alternative based on that consideration.

15. RIGHT: To be given a written outline, at the beginning of the courses in the program in which

they are registered, of the objectives of the course, the evaluation system to be used, the requirements regarding class attendance and punctuality, the format and due dates of major assignments, as well as penalties if they are to be employed. In the event that circumstances beyond the control of the instructor compel substantial changes to course content and/or classroom procedures, rules, and regulations, the students registered in the course will be given written notice of such changes. RESPONSIBILITY: To make themselves aware of and to follow the requirements of the written course outline even when they are absent from particular classes.

16. RIGHT: To the assurance that various sections of the same course have common course-

specific objectives and comparable requirements and evaluation standards and to have these described in the course outline. RESPONSIBILITY: To respect the instructor’s right to determine the course content, instructional methodology, and evaluation procedures within the guidelines set for the course.

17. RIGHT: To have access for full-time students, to a review with the instructor of in-course tests,

examinations, and course assignments within 14 days after they have been evaluated and to have supervised access to final examinations, in the departmental office and without benefit of a review with the instructor or other Mount Royal University employee, within 14 days after the release of final grades by the Office of the Registrar. RESPONSIBILITY: To request a review or access to tests, examinations, or course assignments, if they wish such review or access, within the 14-day time period.



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INSTRUCTOR DEVELOPMENT The Faculty is committed to providing you with opportunities and resources to enhance your abilities to facilitate adult learning. The following section outlines some of the ways you can participate in professional development in adult education. Your Program Coordinator can also provide you with guidance and suggestions for development in this area.

THE ADULT EDUCATOR SEMINAR SERIES The Faculty of Continuing Education and Extension offers a series of seminars designed for facilitators of adult courses who wish to improve their teaching skills. The seminars adhere to the principles of adult learning and provide practical, ready-to-use strategies for the classroom. As an instructor with the Faculty, you are eligible to attend any of these seminars for a nominal charge, simply by phoning Continuing Education Registration (403.440.3833) and informing Registration staff of the name of your Program Coordinator and the program area. The seminars are three hours in length and are offered at a variety of times throughout the year. You may participate in individual seminars of your choice or you may choose to complete the "Adult Educator Seminar Series - Certificate of Completion". The certificate can be completed in one year by attending nine core sessions plus two optional sessions. The required core seminars are offered at least once every year, while the optional seminars vary from year to year depending on demand and interest. The series is also available in an online format. To receive your certificate of completion, complete the nine required courses (27 hours) and any two optional courses (6 hours), or complete the three online modules (36 hours). The program can be completed in less than one year or extended over a longer period. ADULT EDUCATOR - REQUIRED COURSES http://www.mtroyal.ca/ProgramsCourses/ContinuingEducation/teach/adulteducator/ Principles of Adult Learning Explore principles of adult learning that can be applied to planning and facilitating effective courses. Learning Styles - Implications for Adult Educators Improve your teaching effectiveness and your students’ learning potential. Using the Kolb Learning Style Inventory, identify ways to enhance your teaching strategies.



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Effective Teaching Techniques Expand your repertoire of teaching techniques to achieve instructional goals and meet the specialized needs of adult learners. Share your experiences in the classroom while discovering innovative ways to match learning outcomes with effective instructional techniques. Designing Learning Outcomes Write clear and concise learning outcomes that guide instructional design and assessment. This process provides learners with measurable course expectations and targeted competencies. Assessing Teaching and Learning Examine a variety of techniques for ongoing assessment of student learning in relation to your instructional effectiveness. Review assessment techniques that can be designed and implemented to improve the quality of the classroom experience. Conflict Resolution in the Classroom Diversity of experience and perspective enriches the classroom, but at times these differences can create conflict. How can we manage conflict or even anger among adult learners without discouraging different points of view? Bring your experiences and worst fears for review and practice techniques for handling conflict effectively. Tools to Enhance Instruction and Presentation Review various media tools used to enhance instruction and presentations. Explore how best to match content with media tools to create the most meaningful learning experience. Culturally Responsive Facilitation Discover sensitive and practical strategies for working with culturally diverse adult learners to create safe and respectful learning environments. Using a motivational framework, explore values, learning strategies and structures necessary to establish inclusion, develop attitude, enhance meaning and engender competence for all adult learners. Classroom Presentation Skills Explore effective verbal and non-verbal communication techniques for classroom delivery. Focus on vocal approach, use of space, style of presentation and body language. ADULT EDUCATOR OPTIONAL COURSES Choose two optional courses from the following (Note: Not all optional courses run each semester) Designing a Living Course Syllabus Generational Differences in Learning Designing and Assessing Student Assignments Online Facilitation Storytelling Improve Your Voice Developing Fair Tests



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Mind Mapping: Making the Most of Your Mind Using Case Studies in the Classroom Task-Based Learning Supporting Learners with Disabilities ADULT EDUCATOR ONLINE PROGRAM Core Concepts in Adult Learning Be introduced to the foundations of adult learning. This module includes the required courses Principles of Adult Learning, Designing Learning Outcomes and Learning Styles, as well as the optional course Designing a Living Course Syllabus. (See above for complete course descriptions.) Skills and Techniques for Adult Learning Acquire skills and techniques for make your classes enjoyable and effective. The second module includes the required courses Effective Teaching Techniques, Classroom Presentation Skills and Assessing Teaching and Learning, as well as the optional course Online Facilitation. (See above for complete course descriptions.) Refine and Enhance Instruction Polish your presentations for enhanced learning in your classroom. The third module includes the required courses Tools to Enhance Instruction and Presentation, Culturally Responsive Facilitation and Conflict Resolution in the Classroom, as well as the optional course Generational Differences in Learning. (See above for complete course descriptions.)

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Ask your Program Coordinator for the current schedule and available options. Mount Royal University instructors may register for these courses for $40.00 per course at Continuing Education Registration Services. Once you have completed the required seminars, you can receive your certificate by taking the following steps:

1. Successfully complete nine core courses and two optional courses or three online modules

within a three year time frame. 2. Your records regarding progress in the program are accessible via the Web. Unofficial

Transcripts: You may print your unofficial transcripts or view your grades through MyMRU and follow the appropriate steps to ensure your account is active. Once you are logged in, click on the Student Resources tab, then select Student Records from the Online Service menu, and then select Unofficial Academic Transcript. Should you have difficulty accessing MyMRU, please first check your information carefully, and then call the HelpDesk at 403.440.6000.

3. To receive a certificate after completion of the Adult Educator Seminar Series, complete the

Request for Certificate form to notify Program Coordinators in the Faculty of Continuing Education and Extension of program completion. Students may obtain a copy of this form by accessing the web site: http://www.mtroyal.ca/wcm/groups/public/documents/pdf/ce_request_certificate.pdf or by contacting the Faculty of Continuing Education and Extension at 403.440.6875.



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ABOUT MOUNT ROYAL

MOUNT ROYAL HISTORY Mount Royal College, under the sponsorship of the Methodist Church, opened its doors to 154 students in downtown Calgary in 1911 and became one of the Secondary Schools of the United Church of Canada in 1925. In 1931, Mount Royal College began offering first-year university courses in a 10-year affiliation with the University of Alberta until a university facility was built in Calgary. In the 1940's, Engineering courses were initiated in the University Department and graduates of Petroleum Engineering courses were accepted for transfer to the University of Oklahoma. In 1947, extension evening courses began. On September 1, 1966, Mount Royal College became a public institution under The Colleges Act and The Department of Advanced Education Act of the Province of Alberta. In 1972, the Lincoln Park Campus in southwest Calgary opened. Approximately 3,400 students enrolled in courses that year, ranging from Aviation to Interior Design to University Transfer, in an “open learning” facility designed for future expansion. The open door policy encouraged students with varied educational backgrounds to study at Mount Royal University. In 1980, the Transitional Vocational Program was established for providing a variety of post-secondary programs for adults with developmental disabilities. In 1981, Mount Royal College returned to the downtown core with the opening of the Downtown Centre and reached out to rural constituents through the Big Country Educational Consortium. In 1982, the Faculty of Continuing Education and Extension reorganized to reflect an integrated model incorporating program offerings in Business Studies and Applied Arts, Community and Health Studies, CPR/BLS, Credit Extension and Part-time Studies, and Science and Technology. Mount Royal College expanded its two-year university transfer programs in 1989-90, enabling more students to complete two years of university study in selected majors before transferring to university to complete their Bachelor degrees. Mount Royal completed a $73 million facility expansion and renovation of its Lincoln Park campus in 1989, and also opened its $12 million townhouse student residence complex the same year, providing on-campus accommodation for 438 students. In 1990, Mount Royal opened its City Centre Campus at 833 - 4 Avenue SW. This facility originally housed International Education, the Small Business Training Centre, The Languages Institute, a satellite library and registration services. As of 2004, City Centre Campus served as the main campus



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for the Faculty of Continuing Education and Extension business and technology courses and housed the Centre for Business Development. In 1995, Canada’s first two applied baccalaureate degree programs were introduced at Mount Royal University. In 1997, Internet course delivery began with the Forensic Health Studies program. In 1999, Mount Royal opened the Holy Cross Campus at the site of the former Holy Cross Hospital (2204 - 2nd Street SW). In 2001, Mount Royal commenced a large multi-phase campus expansion. By Fall 2002, one new building, East Arts, and an expanded West Wing were completed. By Fall 2003, another new building, East Bissett, was completed and new student residences opened for occupancy. The upgraded Faculty of Communication Studies was opened making it the most advanced communications training facility in Canada. Summer 2006 saw completion of the third and final component of this multi-phase expansion with the opening of the Centre for Continuous Learning (CCL). As of September 2006, all programming at the City Centre Campus was relocated to the new state-of-the art facilities at Lincoln Park Campus. Thanks to a generous donation to Mount Royal, the CCL was re-named the Roderick Mah Centre for Continuous Learning (RMCCL) in May 2008 in honour of the late Roderick “Roddy” Mah. In fall 2007, Mount Royal offered its first bachelor’s degree – the Bachelor Nursing (BN). In fall 2008, five additional new degrees were launched: Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Arts – Criminal Justice, Bachelor of Business Administration, Bachelor of Communication, Bachelor of Science. In 2009 the Bachelor of Computer Information Systems was created. On Sept. 3, 2009, the Government of Alberta, on the recommendation of Alberta’s Minister of Advanced Education and Technology, the Honourable Doug Horner, officially granted Mount Royal the right to use “university” in its name. Mount Royal University has become a reality after many years of hard work and commitment on the part of so many in the Mount Royal community. Mount Royal celebrates its centennial in 2010. The Taylor Family donates $20 million for a new Conservatory and the Bella Concert Hall. In June/July 2011, the Faculty of Continuing Education and Extension, including the Holy Cross Campus administrative offices and programs, moved into the newly constructed LEED Certified Roderick Mah Centre for Continuous Learning expansion. In 2011, MRU saw the launch of the Bachelor of Education – Elementary and the Bachelor of Midwifery. The Cougars joined the Canada West universities Athletic Association as a probationary member in 2011. David Docherty became Mount Royal’s 9th President. In 2012, Mount Royal promoted its first full professors. It also launched the Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship. The Aboriginal Science and Technology Education Program (ASTEP) was introduced. It established the Chair of Sustainability and the Environment. And the Child Development Lab opened.



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MOUNT ROYAL UNIVERSITY TODAY

Approximately 12,000 students attend Mount Royal University in bachelor's degrees, applied degrees, university transfer, diploma and certificate programs. Another 44,000 registrants are enroled in courses offered by the Faculty of Continuing Education and Extension and the Languages Institute. There are an additional 9,000 registrations in the Mount Royal University Conservatory, which began in 1911 and has an international reputation for music excellence. It numerous community outreach programs for all ages and stages of learners and is particularly known for its Academy for Gifted Youth and the Morningside Music Bridge, its flagship international summer program. Mount Royal University offers nine university-level bachelor degrees with 19 majors or concentrations and 41 minors. Students can choose from a variety programs including:

Bachelor's — Four-year university-level degrees offered by Mount Royal University

Applied degree — Four-year university-level degrees which provide a good balance of theory, applied coursework, general education courses, and hands-on experience

University transfer — Take up to two years of courses at Mount Royal University before

transferring to another institution to finish a degree

Diploma — Two-year programs. Some diplomas can prepare students for further studies in a degree program at Mount Royal University or another institution

Certificates — Courses that are often flexible and can be taken part-time

The demand for professional career, upgrading and skill development is met by the Faculty of Continuing Education and Extension, which creates new programs to meet evolving needs. As of September 3, 2009, Mount Royal’s status as an institution was moved to “university”. Mount Royal University continues to thrive and grow to be Canada’s premier undergraduate institution. In the fall semester of 2010, 18 months of celebration of Mount Royal’s centennial began.

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