
The Contingent Professor
Advice for Adjuncts
Business Expert Press
Published on 30. April 2025
Book
Paperback/Softback
193 pages
978-1-63742-802-3 (ISBN)
Description
Unlock the College Classroom and Make a Lasting ImpactAre you a working professional intrigued by the idea of teaching college students but uncertain about stepping into the role of an adjunct professor? The Contingent Professor: Advice for Adjuncts offers a no-nonsense, insider's guide to transforming your knowledge and experience into effective, impactful teaching.
Drawing from insights shared in The Contingent Professor podcast, Daniel Martinez and Robert Sanford bring you straight talk, and actionable advice collected from years in the trenches of higher education. This book covers everything an aspiring adjunct needs to know-from engaging students and designing insightful lessons to navigating the academic world as a part-time instructor.
Whether you're a seasoned professional, new to teaching, or already a full-time faculty member looking to deepen your impact, The Contingent Professor offers practical strategies to help you overcome challenges, inspire students, and thrive in the classroom. This book empowers you to leave a lasting impact on the next generation of professionals while adding new dimensions to your own career, making every teaching moment meaningful and rewarding.
Drawing from insights shared in The Contingent Professor podcast, Daniel Martinez and Robert Sanford bring you straight talk, and actionable advice collected from years in the trenches of higher education. This book covers everything an aspiring adjunct needs to know-from engaging students and designing insightful lessons to navigating the academic world as a part-time instructor.
Whether you're a seasoned professional, new to teaching, or already a full-time faculty member looking to deepen your impact, The Contingent Professor offers practical strategies to help you overcome challenges, inspire students, and thrive in the classroom. This book empowers you to leave a lasting impact on the next generation of professionals while adding new dimensions to your own career, making every teaching moment meaningful and rewarding.
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Language
English
Place of publication
Sterling Forest
United States
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 152 mm
Thickness: 12 mm
Weight
332 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-63742-802-3 (9781637428023)
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04/2025
Business Expert Press
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Persons
Robert Sanford has a PhD in environmental science and is Emeritus Professor of Environmental Science & Policy at the University of Southern Maine. He was a Registered Professional Archaeologist in a consulting partnership and has worked in government as an environmental planner. Currently he consults for Global Impact Assessment, Inc.
Daniel Martinez has a PhD in chemical engineering and was Associate Research Professor at the University of Southern Maine. He has worked at NASA, at an international energy non-profit, and currently is an independent researcher, technical consultant, and a tabletop game developer.
Daniel Martinez has a PhD in chemical engineering and was Associate Research Professor at the University of Southern Maine. He has worked at NASA, at an international energy non-profit, and currently is an independent researcher, technical consultant, and a tabletop game developer.