To Improve the Academy

An annual publication of the Professional and Organizational Development (POD) Network in Higher Education, volume 23 of <i>To Improve the Academy</i> is a collection of articles that explore the emerging climate of change is providing a backdrop for the concerns and constituents of higher education. In particular, the authors focus on promoting excellence in teaching and learning through faculty renewal. <p><i>To Improve the Academy, Volume 23</i>, describes the ways in which faculty development is changing and offers insight on how to manage these changes. It is divided into three sections</p> <ul> <li>Section I, Faculty Development in a Climate of Change: addresses the environment for scholarship and learning, how to lead change in the culture of assessment, and explains the role of teaching and learning centers</li> <li>Section II, Quality of Work Life for Faculty and Faculty Developers: investigates strategies for creating vital and equitable work environments for faculty</li> <li>Section III, Best Practices for Faculty Development: explores various approaches to faculty development, including the use of data, cultivating community, service-learning, and integrating junior faculty, graduate students, and part-time faculty into the institution</li> </ul> <p>This book offers an essential resource for improvement in higher education to faculty and instructional development staff, department chairs, deans, student services staff, chief academic officers, and educational consultants.</p>