Program effectiveness in teaching and extension must not only reflect scholarship but capacity to reach students and clientele. Effectiveness is assessed by information from learners, peer observers and the content of instructional materials. Both effectiveness and scholarship are required for tenure. For Rank of Professor Before being promoted to the rank of professor, the individual should exhibit distinguished achievement in scholarship and program effectiveness. Program effectiveness in extension is indicated by adoption of materials and methods inside and outside the state, and recognition by other disciplines.
Distinguished teaching is recognized through student achievements, awards and innovations.