The Semester Conversion Steering Team adopts the
following guiding principles for all work regarding SCC’s transformation from a
quarter- to semester-based system. We remain
dedicated throughout the process to SCC’s mission and core values outlined in the
2015-2019 Strategic Plan: excellence, integrity, innovation, inclusion,
stewardship, and accountability.
Student Centered
- Create
and maintain a student-centered approach to ensure the impact of the
conversion to semesters limits disruption to students’ academic progress toward
awards.
- Anticipate transition issues as a part of the conversion process so that
we can assist students as they complete their program of study.
- Provisions are made to minimize complications created in the transition
year by providing for additional and intensive student advising that
accommodates where necessary exceptions, course substitutions, and other
requirements.
Positive Communication
- Commit
to disseminating meaningful information with campus constituencies through
clear, open, on-going, and up-to-date communication.
- Provide
consistent updates, collaborate with key stakeholders, and engage in open,
positive dialogue about the conversion process throughout the transition.
Education and Service Excellence
- Preserve
and continue the integrity and excellence in instructional methods through
professional development and support to assist faculty. Continue to
utilize and develop innovative pedagogy and high impact, evidence based
practices, addressing the learning needs of a diverse group of students through
engagement and student success.
- Provide professional development and support for staff as they develop and implement new policies, processes and procedures in each of their areas.