Lecturer (Higher Education)

Background

A lecturer in higher education teaches university or college students, usually in a specific subject area. They prepare and deliver lectures, seminars, and practical classes; mark student work and provide feedback; and conduct research in their field. Lecturers also contribute to curriculum development and may supervise student projects or dissertations.

Similar Roles

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Next Step Roles

Senior Lecturer→Reader→Professor

Publications

Times Higher EducationThe Chronicle of Higher Education

Books

The Art of College TeachingExcellent WomenThe Academic Life

Movies

The Paper ChaseMona Lisa Smile

Key Figures

bell hooksParker PalmerSheryl SandbergMalcolm Gladwell

Classification

SIC Code8221, 0The Standard Industry Code

Dewey Reference378.12, 370.71For looking up books in your local library

Synonyms

University LecturerCollege InstructorAcademic LecturerTeaching Fellow

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