Compliance Audit Section IV

SECTION IV NOTESEDUCATIONAL PROGRAMThe mission/purpose statement of Broward Community College clearlyarticulates the institution’s commitment to academic and technical education,quality instruction, a variety of instructional modes and delivery systems, life longlearning and academic support services. The faculty, administration and staff areactively involved in delivering the college’s educational programs, which supportthe achievement of the eight statements listed in the institution's mission/purpose.Broward Community College offers a diverse range of courses and pro-grams that lead to an Associate in Arts degree, Associate in Science degree,Associate in Applied Science degree, Certificate, Applied Technical Diploma, orthat promote personal and professional growth. Providing a comprehensive edu-cational program requires clear policies on student admissions and requirementsfor graduation, institution-wide processes for developing and improving instruc-tional methods, and opportunities for continuing education. The core of the edu-cational program is the curriculum and the faculty who deliver it. For both fulland part-time faculty there are issues relating to credentials, teaching loads,employment, compensation and evaluation. The college is also involved in con-tractual and consortial relationships that enhance its instructional program. All ofthese topics are discussed and reviewed in this report.Alternative delivery systems and other ...