Understanding Educational Developers: Tales from the Center [Paperback]

Much has been written about centers for teaching and learning at the university level, but little about the professionals who work within them. This book gives educational developers the space to tell their stories and capture what it means to be in the profession.

Much has been written about centers for teaching and learning at the university level, but little about the professionals who work within them. This book gives educational developers the space to tell their stories and capture what it means to be in the profession.

Through a blend of scholarship and personal narratives, this book asks and answers important questions about who educational developers are, how they transitioned to the work, what they do, and the skills and competencies they need to be successful. Readers will come away with an understanding of the nuances, challenges, and joys of working with both students and faculty to create outstanding learning environments.

Understanding Educational Developers is a must-read for both new and experienced educational developers, as well as university administrators who are positioned to advocate for center staff.

Who supports faculty members in higher education so they can perform at their best? Astonishingly, this critical question has long lacked a clear answer. In Understanding Educational Developers, you'll find answers, suggestions, and thought-provoking questions. Experts in this ill-defined field, Cramblet Alvarez and Hakala take us on a brief journey into the world of academic development, gathering insights from those actively engaged in doing the work. If you are curious about THE field dedicated to supporting higher education faculty, it is crucial you use this book as your guide.

Todd Zakrajsek, Associate Research Professor and Associate Director of the Faculty DevelopmelÎ