The faculty have advising load differences. Division chairs receive a 1-course reduction. Gary Wilson, McMurray University Faculty load is 4 courses each semester, although individual arrangements have been made with some instructors. Committee work is heavy and there are inequities in the advising loads. The working group next reviewed the Faculty Workload Discussion Questions.
Negotiated loads require good communication and a sense of trust.
The members were to reflect on how they would use this instrument with faculty. Members of the working group suggested that the form be restructured to allow for major or minor emphasis in workload, or otherwise weigh the importance of each activity. Terminology was discussed. Work is generally considered to be outside of teaching. Load refers to teaching.