Myth of the World, Department of Arts & Humanities - Adjunct Faculty

Job Ref: 10019597 Location: Ft.
Bliss, TX Category: Adjunct Faculty Type: Part time Adjunct Faculty Myth of the World Department of Arts & Humanities UMGC Stateside Location: Fort Bliss, TX University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) seeks an adjunct faculty to teach Myth of the World on-site in Fort Bliss, TX for the Humanities program.
Specifically, we are seeking faculty for the following course(s): Philosophers of all specialties are encouraged to apply, but applicants should have a demonstrated interest in research and pedagogy involving non-Western philosophy, women thinkers, Latin American, Native American, or other traditionally under-represented area of philosophy.
Myth of the World (HUMN 351): A presentation of myths from around the globe.
The goal is to examine the interface between myths and cultural forms such as literature, art, and religion.
Topics include sacred places and objects, goddesses and gods, heroes and tricksters, and stories of creation and destruction.
Discussion also covers implicit values in the myths that shape cultural and individual identity and affect the social landscape.
Required Education and Experience: Master's degree in Philosophy with an emphasis on non-western philosophical traditions or related field of study.
Professional experience in related field.
Experience teaching adult learners online an in higher education is highly preferred.
This position is specifically to teach onsite at Fort Bliss, TX.
Preferred Education and Experience: Terminal degree in Philosophy with an emphasis on non-western philosophical traditions Materials needed for submission Resume/Curriculum Vitae Cover letter highly preferred Who We Are and Who We Serve UMGC—one of 12 degree-granting institutions in the University System of Maryland (USM)—is a mission-driven institution with seven core values that guide us in all we do.
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Your role as an adjunct faculty member will be to: Actively engage students through frequent interaction that motivates them to succeed, and conveys a genuine energy and enthusiasm for their learning.
Guide students in active collaboration and the application of their learning in problem- and project-based learning demonstrations.
Provide rich and regular constructive feedback, utilizing rubrics effectively for the assessment of student work, and acknowledging student accomplishments.
Demonstrate relevant and current subject-matter expertise, and help students connect concepts across their academic program.
Provide feedback to your program chair on possible curricular improvements.
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