ICA - Instructional and Developmental Communication Division

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07/30/2024

June 20-24, 2024 [Gold Coast, Australia] Myrene Agustin Magabo, proposes for Instructional Communication to establish a theory of its own. She argues that Instruction (teaching-learning) is a highly purposeful communication process that results in learning and she advances an enhanced general model: INSTRUCTION = COMMUNICATION --> LEARNING.

05/15/2024

"Honor and Excellence in the Service of the Nation!" Definitely a great motto!

The University of the Philippines (UP) has updated its time-honored motto of "Honor and Excellence." In a Facebook post, UP president Angelo "Jijil" Jimenez announced Tuesday the addition of the word "service" to its motto. As reflected in an image accompanying Jimenez's post, the new motto now read...

12/01/2023

Past 4 am Philippine Time. 12 December 2, 2023. Just released (“hot off the press”) article from the Stars Insiders (as sourced out from LinkedIn and Glassdoor) identified the most in-demand job skills at present. From the list, it can be surmised that some are skills that should be incorporated within the curricula and coursework and some are to be obtained from specific degree program offerings. I patiently reviewed the slides from “The most in-demand job skills today by Stars Insiders” and these job skills include:
Cloud computing, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Sales Leadership, Analytical Skills, Translation Skills, Mobile App Development, People Management, Video Production, Audio Production, User Experience Design Skills (UX/UI design skills), SEO (Search Engine Optimization) and Search Engine Marketing (SEM) skills, Blockchain Skills, Industrial Design Skills, Creativity (overcome obstacles, meet challenges, solve problems), Collaboration, Adaptability, Time Management, Persuasion, Digital Journalism, Animation, Project Management, Finance / Accounting, Emotional Intelligence, Programming, Storage Systems Management, Data Mining, Web Architecture, Content Architecture, Machine Learning, Network and Information Security Skills.

The economy has been thrown upside down because of the pandemic, but a low supply of certain skills in the job market makes people with them highly employable. Some of the biggest career networking and job platforms (Indeed, Glassdoor, and LinkedIn) have aggregated data to determine which skills are...

11/20/2023

On Nov. 9th, you received a survey to help ICA in our efforts to develop a strategic plan to address the opportunities and challenges facing our discipline and the global community. Our divisional members have unique perspectives that the committee needs to hear. We need YOUR voice. I urge you to please fill out the survey by Dec. 4th. Please click (https://research.net/r/ICA_Strategic_Planning_Member_Survey) to complete the survey. Thank you! We greatly appreciate your participation.

10/24/2023

ICA 2024 in Gold Coast submissions are due in a week! Submit now and volunteer to review by logging into the conference submission site at https://ica2024.abstractcentral.com/
The deadline for submissions to the 2024 conference in Gold Coast Australia is quickly approaching and we NEED your submissions as well as your willingness to review for the division! Even if you are not planning to attend, please log into the conference management system and volunteer to help with the reviews. More reviewers means fewer reviews per person and makes the process much more manageable. Below is the call.

The Instructional and Developmental Communication Division (IDD)’s mission focuses on creating environments conducive for teaching and learning. Instructional communication occurs inside and outside the classroom (e.g., organizational training and development, health behavior education, interpersonal skills training, technology training, crisis preparedness training).
IDD promotes the study of instructional communication constructs utilizing various theories and methodologies to better understand instructional processes and outcomes (e.g., teacher-student interaction, instructional technology, information dissemination and literacy). Additionally, the division provides an opportunity for teacher-scholars to submit and share their ideas for effective teaching practices and activities.

Division members actively research topics that include information literacy, classroom participation, power and influence in instructional settings, student-teacher relationships, classroom interactions, instructional practices, and technology in all educational environments. Our division provides exciting opportunities to collaborate, network, enhance research, be mentored, engage in service on an international level, and improve and rejuvenate everyday teaching practices.

This year, the conference theme (Communication and Global Human Rights) asks us to think about the contributions of communication scholarship in studying human rights, foreground current research and practice, and outline promising directions for communication studies. What would it take for all instructional and developmental communication to recognize and support all human beings in their intellectual advancement?

General Submission Information: All submissions should follow these guidelines.
1. Contain a title page and file properties with no identifying information for anonymous review.
2. Indicate the final word count on the title page.
3. Include Student (currently enrolled in a post-secondary education program) or Debut (first time presenting at ICA) on the title page if appropriate.
4. Be double-spaced with standard 1-inch/2.54-cm margins and 12-point font (preferably Arial or Helvetica).
5. Adhere to the appropriate all-inclusive (abstract, panel members, text, references, tables, figures, notes) word counts: 8000 words for papers, 1250 words for panels, 1000 words for GIFTS, and 1500 words for Research in Progress.
Choosing not to follow these guidelines may result in your submission not being reviewed.

Panel Submission Types: The Instructional and Developmental Communication Division seeks four types of submissions (check out the research-in-progress new this year):
1. Papers (submit as an Individual Submission)
Completed papers deal with instructional, developmental, or both areas of scholarship. We invite papers utilizing all theoretical and methodological perspectives; they may be conceptual or analyze data. Papers should be a maximum of 8,000 words all-inclusive. Study proposals and extended abstracts are not reviewed in this category.
2. Panels (submit as a Session)
a. A group of presenters organized around a thematic instructional or developmental communication topic may submit a research panel proposal. Include a) 75-word program description, b) 400-word panel rationale, c) names and affiliations of presenters, and d) title and 150-word abstract for each presenter/paper. Panel submissions should include contributors from at least two different countries and be mindful of panelist diversity.
b. A group of presenters organized around a thematic instructional or developmental communication topic may submit a discussion panel proposal. Include a) 75-word program description, b) 400-word panel rationale, c) names and affiliations of presenters, and d) up to 150-word overview of each panelist’s contribution to the discussion. Panel submissions should include contributors from at least two different countries and be mindful of panelist diversity.

3. Great Ideas for Teaching Students (GIFTS; submit as an Individual Submission. Include “GIFTS:“ at the beginning of the title)
Scholars may submit ideas for effectively teaching communication concepts and/or contexts (e.g., health communication, research methods, theory, gender, organizational communication, PR, responsible leadership, management). Accepted GIFTS are presented in high-density panels consisting of 1-2-minute oral previews of the GIFT and roundtable discussions with attendees. To submit GIFTS, please include a) title of activity, b) intended course or context, c) learning goal/objectives, d) description of activity, and e) evaluation of activity. The submission should be a maximum of 1,000 words all-inclusive.

4. Research in Progress (submit as an Individual Submission, Include “Research in Progress:” at the beginning of the title)
Scholars may submit research they are currently planning. We invite submissions utilizing all theoretical and methodological perspectives; they may be conceptual or analyze data. These submissions will be presented in a roundtable format with feedback from a scholar in the field. To submit research in progress, please include a) tentative title for project, b) rationale for doing the research, c) any conceptual or methodological decisions that have been made, and d) specific areas with which you would like help at the conference The submission should be a minimum of 750 words and maximum of 1500 words all-inclusive. Preference will be given to submissions from student, early career, and Tier B/C scholars. Take into consideration the time lag between submission and presentation/feedback so that the scholars can provide beneficial feedback.

IDD highly encourages panel suggestions that advance instructional theory and practice beyond the US and Western Europe. Scholars and practitioners from the Global South, indigenous communities around the world, and regions or sub-regions that do not neatly fit into our geographical locations are highly encouraged to submit. Only completed proposals that follow ALL submission guidelines will be considered.

Submission deadline
Please see the ICA general guidelines. For more information, feel free to contact Michelle Violanti by email at [email protected]. Before exiting the submission site, make sure you have submitted your paper and it is not in draft form. Looking at a submission can move it from submitted to draft form and there is nothing we can do to change that after the deadline—just make sure it clearly says “submitted” and you receive the submission email.

We ask all paper submitters to also volunteer as reviewers for the division. We need you!

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09/24/2023

A Elections are open! Please VOTE (https://www.icahdq.org/page/Election2023?&hhsearchterms=%22vote+and+2023%22)! We have two people running for Vice-Chair and one person running for International Liaison. Our candidates and their statements are available on the ICA ballot. Meet them here.

POSITION: Vice Chair
CANDIDATE: Angela Feekery, Massey U
I would highly value the opportunity to serve as Vice Chair for the Instructional Communication Division. My research interests,
teaching experience/pedagogy, and leadership experiences align closely with the mission and goals of this division. My research
interests centre on supporting students in the transition to tertiary learning with a focus on communication, and information and
digital literacies in academic and professional contexts. Engagement with these competencies are the foundation for learning how to learn, developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills, engaging in informed decision-making and ethical research practices, and communicating ideas effectively. I aim to foster connectedness in both research and teaching through collaboration and authentic learning opportunities, basing tasks and assessments on real-life contexts and materials as much as possible. As an action researcher and curious learner, I am immersed in reflective pedagogical research, which has had transformed my teaching. I know positively impacting my students’ learning relies on me staying abreast of new content knowledge and pedagogical practices. I have been an educator for 24 years. My commitment to quality teaching centres on socio-constructive learner-focused pedagogy, which sees learning as a partnership between teachers and students. I am passionate about supporting students to become capable communicators and discerning, ethical users of information. Thank you for considering my nomination for this role.

POSITION: Vice Chair
CANDIDATE: Michelle Garland, U of South Carolina Upstate
Having previously served as Secretary of ICA IDD and having been given the wonderful opportunity to serve as the inaugural Junior
Secretary for ICA IDD when the program first launched, I would like to serve ICA IDD again in a greater capacity. I have experience in
a Vice Chair position at the regional level twice in my career. In these positions, I coordinated conference submissions and reviews
and planned panels; oversaw division awards and most recently led the establishment of a new division award; organized and ran
business meetings; and conducted other business as necessary. I also currently serve as the Secretary for the Carolinas
Communication Association. This year I will be serving as Past Chair for SSCA IDD and completing my first of two years as Secretary
for CCA, so the timing is right for me to take on this position in ICA IDD and help grow a division that I am very passionate about.
Given my previous experience with ICA IDD and a Vice Chair position, I feel I am situated to effectively perform the duties and serve the division successfully. I am very excited for the opportunity and hope to have the chance to serve the division that has been my
home the entirety of my academic career.

POSITION: International Liaison
CANDIDATE: Kenneth Rocker, Massey U
As an African American PhD student residing in New Zealand, I am thrilled to submit my application for the International Liaison
Officer position within the Instructional and Developmental Division of the International Communication Association. With a strong
passion for cross-cultural communication and a profound understanding of the diverse global perspectives, I believe I can bring a unique and valuable perspective to this role. Having lived and studied in New Zealand, a country known for its multiculturalism and emphasis on communication, I have honed my ability to bridge cultural gaps and foster inclusivity within academic and professional environments. As an individual who has experienced firsthand the transformative power of effective communication across borders, I am committed to promoting the exchange of ideas and academic collaboration on an international scale. I look forward to collaborating with like-minded educators, sharing best practices, and fostering meaningful discussions on how to advance the division. Furthermore, my academic pursuits as a PhD student in the field of communication have equipped me with a comprehensive understanding of the latest trends and research in the discipline. Being an assistant lecturer, I also understand the importance of providing opportunities for communication educators to enhance their professional skills. This division has played a crucial role in embracing digital advancements and exploring effective online and hybrid teaching approaches. By serving in this role, I aspire to facilitate meaningful connections between scholars and institutions across the globe. I am eager to contribute my communication expertise to further enhance the association's mission of fostering international academic partnerships and promoting excellence in communication education. Thank you for considering my candidacy, and I look forward to the opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of the division and the ICA.

11/09/2022

Posting Details
Department: Communication / 0-1217-000
College: College of Arts & Sciences
Salary Plan: Permanent / Faculty
Hiring Salary: $55,000/year

Position Summary:
Located in Tampa and on the traditional Homelands and territories of the Seminole, the University of South Florida is a vibrant, urban research university.
The Department of Communication at the University of South Florida seeks to fill a 9-month, full-time Assistant Professor of Instruction of Communication position to begin August 7, 2023. This is a non-tenure track position. Salary is $55K and non-negotiable. Review of applications will begin after 1/09/2023.
We seek a Director of Public Speaking. This colleague will teach public speaking and related courses and supervise the activities of an Assistant Director. Public Speaking enrolls over 800 students per term in 30+ sections taught by faculty, graduate teaching associates, and adjunct faculty across three campuses. Duties include assisting with the maintenance of common course and general education curricula across three campuses, and with the coordination of instruction. Applicants should be committed to excellence in teaching and prepared for a up to four-course teaching assignment each semester, with teaching load expected to be negotiated because of applicant’s role as Director of Public Speaking.
We encourage Black, Indigenous, Latina/o/x, people of color, those identifying as LGBTQIAAP+, those with disabilities, and other historically underrepresented candidates to apply.
Our faculty values and uses a range of humanistic, interpretive, critical, and social scientific modes to communication inquiry and seeks a colleague who appreciates our department’s methodological range. We are particularly interested in applicants who can highlight how their teaching and scholarship implicates issues of diversity, equity, accessibility, social justice, and/or public engagement.
Applicants should be able to teach undergraduate courses, in particular, public speaking in face-to-face, hybrid, and online formats.
The Department is committed to removing barriers that have been traditionally encountered by individuals from underrepresented groups; strives to recruit and retain faculty who will further enhance our diversity; and makes every attempt to support their academic, professional, and personal success while they are here. The University of South Florida recognizes that a diverse faculty benefits and enriches the educational experiences of the entire campus and greater community.
USF provides a promotional career path for individuals who hold full-time, non-tenure track teaching positions.

QUALIFICATIONS (Education & Experience):

Minimum Qualifications:
Candidates must have: A Ph.D. in Communication or a related field from an accredited institution at time of appointment. A demonstrated record or promise of achievement in teaching public speaking.
Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor of Instruction.

Preferred Qualifications:
Preference will be given to applicants with:
• Experience coordinating or assistant coordinating public speaking or other related introductory courses
• A record of teaching or research in communication pedagogy (or related field)
• Teaching or research that implicates issues of diversity, equity, accessibility, social justice, and/or public engagement, and fits with department foci
• Experience with online teaching
• Experience tailoring public speaking across the curriculum
• Ability to contribute to the intellectual diversity of the department
USF Tampa
Information for Applicants
This position is subject to a Level 1 criminal background check.
Job Opening Number: 32620
Posting Date: 11/07/2022
Posting End Date: 01/09/2023

How To Apply
Click on the Apply Now button. When applying to an opening you will have the opportunity to upload a cover letter and resume.
Apply online by completing the required information and attaching your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above. YOUR COVER LETTER AND RESUME, PLUS ANY OTHER REQUESTED MATERIAL, MUST BE IN ONE ATTACHMENT. Only online applications are accepted for this position.
Please submit the following, compiled in one .pdf document, in this order*:
1) Cover letter (no longer than two pages) that includes information related to teaching, scholarship, and approach to leadership
2) CV
3) Names and contact information for three references
*More materials, including evidence of teaching effectiveness, a diversity statement, and letters of reference may be requested at a later date.
Questions about this position should be addressed to Aubrey Huber, Search Committee Chair ([email protected]).
Click here for additional tutorial information.

Equal Employment Opportunity
USF is an equal opportunity, equal access academic institution that embraces diversity in the workplace.
Conclusion of this search is subject to final budget approval. According to Florida Law, applications and meetings regarding them are open to the public. For disability accommodations, contact Jermaine Johnson at 813/974-6819 or [email protected] at (phone number/TDD/number), a minimum of five working days in advance.
The University of South Florida does not discriminate on the basis of s*x and prohibits s*xual harassment. Any person may report s*x discrimination, including s*xual harassment (whether or not the person reporting is the person alleged to be the victim of conduct that could constitute s*x discrimination or s*xual harassment), in person, by mail, by telephone, or by electronic mail, using the contact information listed for the Title IX Coordinator. Reports may be made at any time either online or directly to the University's Title IX Coordinator.

Work Location
Campus map and location overview: USF - Tampa Campus

About USF
The University of South Florida is a high-impact global research university dedicated to student success. Over the past 10 years, no other public university in the country has risen faster in U.S. News and World Report's national university rankings than USF. Serving more than 50,000 students on campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee, USF is designated as a Preeminent State Research University by the Florida Board of Governors, placing it in the most elite category among the state's 12 public universities. USF is a member of the American Athletic Conference.

Working at USF
With more than 16,000 employees at USF, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay region. At USF you will find opportunities to excel in a rich academic environment that fosters the development and advancement of our employees. We believe in creating a talented, engaged and driven workforce through on-going development and career opportunities. We also offer a first class benefit package that includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, tuition program and generous leave programs and more.
To learn more about working at USF please visit: Work Here. Learn Here. Grow Here.
Sincerely,

Aubrey Huber, PhD
Associate Professor & Director of Public Speaking (SPC2608)
Dept. of Communication
University of South Florida
E-mail: [email protected]
Pronouns: She/her/hers

10/26/2022

WE NEED YOU! ONLY 5 DAYS REMAIN!

Tuesday, November 1st (Noon EDT at Headquarters, 16:00 GMT) is the last day to register to be a reviewer and submit your work for presentation at the 2023 conference in Toronto, Canada.

Sign up to be a reviewer: [view PDF tutorial (https://www.icahdq.org/resource/resmgr/conference/2023/ICA-S1ReviewSignUp.pdf) or view short video clip (https://vimeo.com/755798333)
1. Are you a faculty member, practitioner, or graduate student? If the answer is yes, we need you. Please continue.
2. Log into conference paper management system (if you have never reviewed or submitted to an ICA conference, you will need to set up a profile).
3. If you are not prompted to sign up as a reviewer, click on “Profile and Reviewer Sign Up” (images for all of these steps are contained in the pdf and video clip linked above)
4. Choose INSTRUCTIONAL AND DEVELOPMENT COMMUNICATION as a unit for which you are willing to review. Designate whether you are a student. Choose at least 3 key terms for the types/topics of submissions you are willing to review. We cannot guarantee that you will only receive those submissions, but we have cut down the number of key terms and will do our best to honor your specialties.
5. Generally, reviewers are assigned a combination of submissions that do not exceed 7; graduate students are generally assigned no more than 2 papers and a set of GIFTS (Great Ideas for Teaching Students)
6. Save the information submitted and you are done. It is that easy!
7. ICA expects ALL SUBMITTERS are expected to review.

Submit your work for presentation: This year’s theme is Reclaiming Authenticity in Communication. Information about the Theme and General Call (https://www.icahdq.org/mpage/ICA23-CFP) for papers are on the ICA website. Our division call for submissions is also on the ICA website (https://www.icahdq.org/mpage/IDC_CFP). There are four submission types outlined in the call.
1. Completed papers: This are conceptual or empirical research papers.
2. Panels: These are a group of papers addressing a single topic OR a group of people who are going to discuss a single topic. If you are looking for panelists, please post on the Link for Instructional and Development Communication (https://link.icahdq.org/thelinkhome) on ICA’s website.
3. GIFTS (Great Ideas For Teaching Students). Make sure to include GIFTS at the beginning of your submission title
4. Research in Progress/Research Escalator: These are ideas for research projects that are still in the formation or planning stages. Submitters will be paired with someone who will provide feedback to help move the research forward. Make sure to include “Research in Progress” at the beginning of the title.
All submissions much be completed through the ICA paper management system (no emailed submissions can be accepted.
NOTE: Receiving an email message from the conference website confirms your submission. Each time you go back in and make changes or check on the submission, you must make sure it is in SUBMITTED and not DRAFT status.

If you have questions, please email me at [email protected]. Looking forward to working with everyone to create a strong conference program!