Adjunct Faculty-Introduction to Logic & Critical Thinking Skills

Position Summary:

Franklin University, a private, independent, accredited, not-for-profit University located in Columbus, Ohio invites applicants for its Adjunct Faculty-Introduction to Logic & Critical Thinking Skills position. This course will be taught in an online format during our Fall 2024 term. The goal of this course is to help the student improve as a critical. logical thinker. The instructor will introduce the student to the art of formulating and assessing arguments according to the standards of logical thinking and critical analysis. The instructor will help the student discover how to apply these valuable skills to their studies and everyday life-learning how to overcome obstacles to critical thinking and how to avoid being deceived by means of misleading reasoning.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Teaches courses in discipline

Maintains attendance records, determines and submits grades with established timeframes established by the University

Creates a welcoming, inclusive and productive learning environment

Supports the resolution of student issues related to course instruction

Provides feedback on what is working and what is not with the course

Participates in all department meetings and required training

Participates in personal professional development

Performs other duties as assigned by the Lead Faculty

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

Minimum of an earned Master's degree in a subject matter or related academic subfield of Humanities with 18 graduate credit hours in field stressing logical reasoning and critical thinking skills, from a regionally accredited college or university

Commitment to collaborative & collegiate relationships

Maintain confidential and sensitive information

Knowledge of higher education regulations, compliance and accrediting agencies

Computer proficiency

Strong organizational and interpersonal skills

Ability to communicate in a professional manner and work effectively with faculty, staff, students and members of the professional community

Excellent multi-tasking skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Skills and Characteristics:

A Doctoral degree in these disciplines is preferred

About Franklin University

Founded in 1902, Franklin University has built its reputation on removing barriers to higher education for ambitious adults who must balance their educational goals with other commitments. Accredited and nonprofit, Franklin has earned its long-standing reputation as an innovator in online education. The University offers applied, in-demand undergraduate, master’s and doctorate programs that enable adult learners to achieve their educational and professional goals. From entrepreneurs to CEOs, more than 50,000 Franklin alumni can be found around the world contributing to the communities in which they live and work.

Franklin University is committed to creating a respectful and inclusive educational and workplace environment. Franklin does not discriminate on the basis of age, religion, race, ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, immigration status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or familial status, disability, or veteran or military status.

We embrace diversity and strive to create an environment where students, faculty and staff feel a sense of belonging. We recognize that our collective potential can only be realized when difference is valued, equal access to opportunity is sought, and inclusion is practiced.