Munsey mathematically demonstrates the cost effectiveness of using part-time faculty even without considering fringe benefits. If morale of part-time faculty is high, the school's reputation in the community will be good. As Do Worries. New York Times , p. A17. A news report on the working conditions of part-time faculty.
Administrators blame the problem on state cutbacks in support.
The overproduction of Ph Ds. is also blamed. The Hidden Costs of Part-time Faculty. The authors discuss how unemployment insurance works and its impact on part-time faculty costs. The authors suggest ways this problem can be handled by college managers. These include establishing an independant contractor relationship, hiring instructors who have other full-time jobs, contesting claims, and appealing unfavorable decisions.