Substantive Interaction RSI, Benefits and Retirement Conference

Substantive Interaction is engaging students in teaching, learning, and assessment, consistent with the

content under discussion, and also includes at least two of the following:

1.Providing direct instruction. (Note: this method only applies in synchronous courses.)

2.Assessing or providing feedback on a student’s coursework.

3.Providing information or responding to questions about the content of a course

4.or competency.

5.Facilitating a group discussion regarding the content of a course or competency.

6.Other instructional activities approved by the institution’s or program’s accrediting agency. N/A (ACCJC has

currently not approved any additional activities for substantive interaction)

See the attached flier for full conference session lists.

Register via FACCC to attend the conference and via GROW@4CD to receive FLEX credit.

www.uf4cd.org

Regular Interaction between a student and an instructor(s) is demonstrated by the two following criteria:

1.Providing the opportunity for substantive interactions with the student on a predictable and regular basis

commensurate with the length of time and the amount of content in the course or competency.

2. Monitoring the student’s academic engagement and success and ensuring that an instructor is responsible

for promptly and proactively engaging in substantive interaction with the student when needed on the

basis of such monitoring, or upon request by the student.

Fall semester is sure to provide many opportunities to learn more about RSI and how to implement it in your

online courses.

At LMC, The Distance Education (DE) Committee will be offering two variable FLEX sessions on Regular

Substantive Interaction (RSI) in online teaching this semester. You can now access them through GROW. These

FLEX sessions are open to all district employees. See the links below.

RSI FLEX Session Details:

Substantive Interaction FLEX

(April 18th, 10:30AM-12PM)

Meaningful online feedback

Encouraging student participation

Facilitating group discussions

Via Zoom

Regular Interaction FLEX

(May 2nd, 10:30-12PM)

Frequently engaging with students

Monitoring student engagement and success

Via Zoom

More opportunities to come!

UPDATE ON DIGITAL TIME CARD ENTRY FOR FACULTY

The district will begin using this system for faculty on April 1, 2025 beginning with the April 2025 pay period

(nothing retroactive). Please contact your supervisor or manager about this integration.

OPPORTUNITIES FROM FACULTY ASSOCIATION FOR CALIFORNIA COMMUNITY COLLEGES

(FACCC)

FACCC Part-Time Faculty Symposium | Virtual Event, Saturday, April 26, 1:00 - 4:00 PM

Empower part-time faculty and recognize their vital role in a unified California Community College system. Foster

awareness of the critical role part-time faculty play in shaping the future of the California Community Colleges

system.

For agenda and session information, CLICK HERE

If you are interested in attending this event, REGISTER HERE

www.uf4cd.org

UF EXECUTIVE BOARD MEETINGS

Our next Executive Board meeting is Thursday, from May 1st, 2:45-5:30.

Upcoming meetings: May 15

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We welcome public comments from 2:45-2:55 and attendance for the first part of our meeting. Please join us to

make a public comment and / or to hear about what is going on during our general session time. To attend

remotely, please email Lorena in the UF Office for the meeting zoom link: uf@uf4cd.org.

And as always, if you have questions, comments or suggestions about anything related to negotiations or

working conditions, contact the UF Office at 925-680-1771 or just reply to this email. We value your input!

In Solidarity,

Marci Lapriore

UF Communications Officer

BCC ALL Part-time Faculty Districtwide; ALL Full-time Faculty Districtwide

California Great Teachers Seminars (GTS)

A high energy and powerful summer retreat that brings faculty together in search of the great teacher within

themselves.

GTS Scholarships

FACCC in collaboration with their sponsor the California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office is proud to

offer 40 scholarships for new (full-and part-time faculty teaching less than five years) and all part-time faculty

currently teaching in California community colleges to attend the California Great Teachers Seminars. The

scholarship will cover the following: the cost of seminar registration, program materials, four-night double

occupancy accommodations, and all meals. This is an amazing opportunity!

San Diego, CA | June 8 - 12 [Scholarship application DUE April 30, 2025]

Monterey, CA | August 3 - 7 [Scholarship application DUE May 10, 2025]

If you don't meet the criteria for a scholarship and would like to attend, REGISTER HERE

Opportunity to serve

Attention FACCC Members: We're Accepting FACCC Committee Applications!

The deadline to submit the Committee Interest Form is Wednesday, April 30th

Are you passionate about shaping the future of California's community colleges? Join a FACCC committee and

play a pivotal role in driving positive change. Whether you're a full-time faculty member, contingent faculty

member, or retired faculty member, your involvement is crucial. Being on a committee not only enhances your

leadership abilities but also expands your professional network. Seize this opportunity to make a difference

and elevate your personal and career growth!

CLICK HERE to learn more about the FACCC committees and to access the 2025 Committee Interest Form.

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