Program and Organizational Development

The Program and Organizational Development (POD) website of University of Maryland Extension (UME) provides information and resources for the department. Included and continuously developing on the site are training, materials, and resources to be successful. Please explore the site to find our past/upcoming training offerings, materials on program planning, program development, evaluation and assessment, teaching effectiveness, publication, mentoring, promotion, and tenure resources.

  • Program Planning, Evaluation, and Assessment

  • Faculty and Staff (Evaluation, Promotion, and Faculty Tenure)

  • Publications Process

  • Extension Academy (onboarding)

  • Teaching Resources

  • Faculty Success and UMERS Reporting Dashboard

Offerings for the Professional Development of Extension Faculty and Staff

      UME Professional Development Schedule - Fall 2024 

      Join us for our Fall Training Series, designed specifically for junior faculty seeking professional development! While these sessions are tailored to support junior faculty, everyone is welcome to participate.

      This training series aims to equip you with essential organizational information and practical tools for success in extension programs. Gain valuable insights, enhance your skills, and connect with colleagues as you explore strategies to elevate your work and impact.

      Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in your professional growth! Register now and take the next step toward achieving your goals in extension programming. We look forward to seeing you there!

      Date Location Topic Speaker Resources for Review Registration
      Friday, September 27, 2024

      10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
      Webinar (Via Zoom) Planning Your Extension Program and Preparing Your IEP
      The session will provide the process for completing your Individual Extension Plan (IEP). The IEP is the faculty’s individual response to the UME Programmatic Plan, which will be used to guide the year's programming efforts. IEPs are due October 14th.
      Stephanie Orstad, Shannon Dill,  Program Leaders or Representatives

      Followed by Office Hours on October 2nd and 4th (9AM - 12PM) 
      https://umd.zoom.us/my/sdill 
      Pre-Session Reading Materials - https://extension.umd.edu/about/program-and-organizational-development/program-planning-evaluation-and-assessment/program-planning/individual-extension-plan-iep/

      Post Session: UME faculty may contact Dacia Randolph at daciar@umd.edu to request the webinar materials 
       

      View Recording

      Friday, October 18, 2024

      10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
      Webinar (Via Zoom) Working with the Institutional Review Board (IRB)
      This session will cover the purpose of the Institutional Review Board (IRB) and its importance in human subject research. We will guide you through IRB steps, including account setup, CITI certification, and form submissions, and we will share best practices. You will also receive a demonstration of the IRB system and information on the submission and amendment process.
      Dacia Randolph, Samantha (Sam) Martocci - IRB Office  Pre-Session Reading Materials - https://extension.umd.edu/about/program-and-organizational-development/program-planning-evaluation-and-assessment/program-planning/institutional-review-board-irb/

      Post Session: UME faculty may contact Dacia Randolph at daciar@umd.edu to request the webinar materials. 
      View recording
      Friday, November 1, 2024

      10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
      Webinar (Via Zoom) Documenting Teaching Effectiveness
      As a faculty member at UMD, it's essential to gather feedback on your teaching effectiveness from your students. This session will guide you through using the General Teaching Effectiveness form, required for classes taught to the general public, ages 14 and up. We will cover best practices for distributing the data, emphasizing using the online survey link for streamlined data collection.
      Jeff Howard

       

      Pre-Session Reading Materials - https://extension.umd.edu/about/program-and-organizational-development/teaching-resources/teaching-effectiveness/

      Post Session: UME faculty may contact Dacia Randolph at daciar@umd.edu to request the webinar materials.

       

      View Recording

      Wednesday, November 13, 2024

      9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
      In-person

      Howard County Extension Office, 8930 Stanford Blvd, Suite 25
      The Ascend One Building, Columbia, MD 21045
       
      Designing and Implementing Your Extension Logic Model
      This session will review the basics of a logic model to create and evaluate an Extension Program. The morning session will discuss the mechanics of the logic model, and the afternoon will work through creating a logic model for your program. The session will also provide networking time and collaboration with your promotion cohort.
      Jackie Lewis, Shannon Dill, Stephanie Orstad, Program Representatives   Registration closed as of 11/3/2024
      Friday, November 15, 2024

      10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
      Webinar (Via Zoom) Writing Impact Statements
      This session will provide you with the skills and strategies to effectively communicate the significance and outcomes of your work. Impact statements are crucial for demonstrating the value of your programs to reviewers, stakeholders and funders.
      Shannon Dill Post Session: UME faculty may contact Dacia Randolph at daciar@umd.edu to request the webinar materials 

      View Recording

       

      Friday,
      November
      22. 2024

      10 a.m. to
      11:30 a.m.
      Webinar
      (Via Zoom)
      Collecting Your Program Outputs, and Reporting in UMERS Stephanie Orstad, Chuck Schuster Post Session: UME faculty may contact Dacia Randolph at daciar@umd.edu to request the webinar materials 

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      Friday, December 13, 2024

      10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
      Webinar (Via Zoom) Developing Your CV
      Join us for a training session on creating a comprehensive CV tailored to the University of Maryland Extension (UME) standards. This workshop will guide you through organizing your scholarship, teaching, and service activities into a well-structured CV that reflects your professional achievements. This session will give you the tools and tips to showcase your accomplishments effectively.
      Jackie Lewis Post Session: UME faculty may contact Dacia Randolph at daciar@umd.edu to request the webinar materials 

      Register

       

      Friday, December 20, 2024

      10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
      Webinar (Via Zoom) Preparing for Your Annual Faculty Review (AFR) Jackie Lewis Post Session: UME faculty may contact Dacia Randolph at daciar@umd.edu to request the webinar materials 

      Register