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Pages 253-263 | Accepted 01 Jul 1995, Published online: 10 Jan 2014
 

Abstract

This pilot study of the practice of employing social work practitioners as adjunct faculty analyzes the results of questionnaires returned from 6 deans/directors, 43 adjunct faculty, and 175 students at 8 U.S. institutions offering BSW and/or MSW programs. The responses covered the teaching effectiveness of adjunct faculty (in 1992–93), their reasons for teaching, the support received from and expectations of the programs, and various pros and cons surrounding their employment. Among the findings: students regard adjunct faculty as somewhat less effective teachers than full-time faculty, but appreciate their expertise on contemporary or specialized practices; administrators appreciate the financial benefits and flexibility associated with adjunct instruction; and the adjuncts themselves appreciate affiliation with academic programs.

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Waldo C. Klein

Waldo Klein is assistant professor, University of Connecticut. Daniel Weisman is associate professor, Rhode Island College. Thomas Edward Smith is associate professor, Florida State University.

Dan Weisman

Waldo Klein is assistant professor, University of Connecticut. Daniel Weisman is associate professor, Rhode Island College. Thomas Edward Smith is associate professor, Florida State University.

Thomas Edward Smith

Waldo Klein is assistant professor, University of Connecticut. Daniel Weisman is associate professor, Rhode Island College. Thomas Edward Smith is associate professor, Florida State University.

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