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AEIRS Privacy Information and Disclaimer AEIRS values and respects our member's privacy. This policy explains the information that we gather through the web site and the ways in which it is utilized. It also explains our advertising policy and the limitations of information provided on the web site. ​ AEIRS Payment Processors - Wix Payments and Paypal AEIRS utilizes Wix Payments and PayPal to process online financial transactions including, but not limited to, membership dues and meeting registration fees. Information provided to AEIRS in the course of these transactions is used solely to complete the transaction. Information regarding individual's use of Wix Payments or PayPal is never shared or sold to other individuals or organizations. ​ Information provided to PayPal by individuals while setting up accounts to use the system is outside the control of AEIRS and is subject to PayPal's privacy policy. ​ Membership Directory AEIRS publishes a printed membership directory that is provided to all AEIRS members. Individual members have the right to choose what information is included in the directory. ​ Mailing Labels AEIRS mailing list labels are available for purchase in either printed or electronic formats for $50.00 to members and $150.00 to non-members. AEIRS reserves the right to sell our mailing list for mailings that contribute to knowledge regarding the profession. The list is not sold for recruitment purposes. ​ AEIRS Members Database AEIRS maintains a membership database to communicate information of interest to our membership. Participation in the list is voluntary. AEIRS does not share or sell members e-mail addresses . ​ Aggregate Data AEIRS reserves the right to use aggregate data on the use of AEIRS online services to assist the Board in carrying out its fiduciary responsibilities. ​ Advertising AEIRS sells advertising in the AEIRS Spectrum newsletter and in our journal, Radiologic Science and Education. Advertisements appearing in the print version of these publications also appear in the online versions of these publications. AEIRS also provides an online job board on which employers of radiological sciences educators may purchase postings. AEIRS editorial policy is set by the editors of the individual publications with guidance from the Board. Editorial decisions are in no way affected by any outside entity. Advertising rates and guidelines are available in the AEIRS Media Kit, which can be downloaded here . ​ Questions, Comments and Corrections Questions, comments or corrections regarding any information on the AEIRS website should be directed to the AEIRS Executive Office, 2800 Stafford Avenue #4474, Scranton, PA 18505. Telephone: 936-647-1443 Fax: 281-605-1450 E-mail: operations@aeirs.org ​ Disclaimer The content provided by AEIRS is for information purposes only and is designed for use by radiological sciences educators. It is in no way intended to be a substitute for medical consultation with a qualified health professional. AEIRS makes every effort to insure the accuracy of information included in its print and online publications through its peer review and editorial processes, however, we cannot guarantee nor take responsibility for the medical accuracy of information we publish. AEIRS does not assume any liability for the content of web sites linked to our site.

WELCOME TO THE ASSOCIATION OF EDUCATORS IN IMAGING AND RADIOLOGIC SCIENCES, INC. (AEIRS) Important Dates Honors Lecturer Nominations (deadline April 1) Research Grant (deadline April 1) Presentation, Gurley, Invest in the Future, & Ballinger Scholarships (deadline April 1) Committee, Appointment, & Liaison Volunteer Form (deadline May 1) Annual Meeting Early Registration Rate Change (ends May 1) Fall RS&E Journal Submissions (deadline July 1) Upcoming Events 2024 Spring Webinar Thursday May 2nd 5pm - 7pm Central 2024 Annual Meeting - Jacksonville, Florida Wednesday July 17th - Saturday July 20th Notice of Proposed By-Law Changes AEIRS Valued Members, As the Bylaws Committee Chair, I am reaching out to our AEIRS membership to notify you of editorial recommendations the Bylaws Committee has made to the Board of Directors. These recommendations were largely grammatical in nature rather than content revisions or a change in intent from the existing Bylaws language. Nevertheless, it is important for our members to be aware of any proposed changes and to communicate that the suggested recommendations will be presented for voting to the membership at the July Annual Meeting. Thank you for your attention to this notification, and you can view/download the proposed changes on this linked document . ​ See you at the Annual Meeting, AEIRS Bylaws Committee Our Mission AEIRS supports the transformative development of exceptional medical imaging and radiologic science professionals through the promotion of academic excellence. Our Values We operate ethically with honesty and transparency. We are responsible stewards of the association through our financial, professional, and personal actions. We are committed to supporting all individuals equally and fairly. Statement of Commitment to Membership ​ A subcommittee of the Board of Directors along with membership representative, Angela Thomas, recently drafted a statement of AEIRS Commitment to Members that was approved by the Board of Directors at the December meeting. The statement is below. AEIRS strongly believes that our unique membership comes from our ability to intentionally develop strategies that embrace and support all members and their individual gifts and talents. We strive to ensure that all members feel valued, appreciated, and free to be who they are and what they represent. We are committed to being nondiscriminatory and providing equitable opportunities for all members. Are you looking for the next opportunity? AEIRS Job Board Frequently Asked Questions What is AEIRS and what are the benefits of joining? ​ AEIRS is an international professional organization providing resources for education, networking, and research. ​ AEIRS members network through e-mail and websites, through the Spectrum newsletter, through the peer-reviewed journal Radiologic Science & Education, and especially through contacts at professional meetings where they enjoy reduced registration rates. Members have opportunities for collaboration with other professional organizations and have a strong voice in the profession. AEIRS supports its members with resources and support such as research grants, database development, and scholarships for research and special projects and international travel support for scholarly presentations. More details can be found on our Membership Benefits page. ​ How can I pay for my AEIRS membership? ​ Payments can be made by check, credit/debit card, or PayPal. ​ Credit/debit card and PayPal payments are only available to those purchasing a membership online. Check payments must be made payable to AEIRS and mailed (along with completed application) to: AEIRS 2800 Stafford Avenue #4474 Scranton, PA 18505 More information can be found on our Membership Plans & Pricing page. How can I get more involved in AEIRS? ​ Contact any of the Board of Directors listed on this website , or visit the Committee Information page. ​ Who can run for the AEIRS Board of Directors? ​ All active members can run for the offices of Secretary/Treasurer or Director at Large. All active AEIRS members who have served on the AEIRS Board of Directors are eligible for the position of President-Elect. AEIRS values its members and welcomes all those interested to run. We are a voluntary operation and this is a way for you to become more involved with the wonderful people in this organization. More information can be found on our Election page. ​ How can I get past issues of the Radiologic Science & Education journal or the Spectrum Newsletter? Past publications are available in the Members Only section of the website. Members must login and select Journals or Newsletters to view these respective publications. ​ More information about our publications can be found on our Journal & Newsletter page. ​ Can a library subscribe to Radiologic Science & Education? ​ The journal is available at a library rate of $35 per calendar year. Contact the AEIRS Office regarding subscriptions. Contact AEIRS Office: operations@aeirs.org Events: events@aeirs.org Website & W ebinars: technicalsupport@aeirs.org Phone: 936-647-1443 Mailing Address: 2800 Stafford Avenue #4474 Scranton, PA 18505

Committees, Appointees, & Liaisons Information The active AEIRS Standing Committees are as follows: ​ ​ Education Committee Fellows Committee Membership Committee Nominating Committee Research Committee Scholarship Committee Interested in joining an AEIRS Committee? ​ Review the Committees and Duties in the Policy Manual below Complete an AEIRS Volunteer Form via Google Forms below ​ ** The annual volunteer form deadline is May 1st. If you are completing this form after the May 1st deadline, then you will be considered for committee assignment for the following year. ** Policy Manual Volunteer Form Contact Kori Stewart, AEIRS President-Elect for more information. Email: Kori.Stewart@quinnipiac.edu

2021 Virtual Annual Meeting Thursday, July, 8th - Friday, July, 9th Thank you to all of our speakers, presenters, partners, and attendees for making the 2021 AEIRS Virtual Annual Meeting a success! Meeting Schedule Poster Presentations Business Session Agenda Questions about the meeting? Email events@aeirs.org

Advertising Information Do you have a product that appeals to Educators? Are you in search of a new faculty member or interested in recruiting students for your program? Have you ever wondered how to recruit faculty and students, or promote your product via an AEIRS publication? The Association of Educators in Imaging and Radiologic Sciences (AEIRS) provides an excellent opportunity for you and/or your school to advertise in the Spectrum Newsletter and/or Radiologic Science & Education Journal. A variety of options exist to meet your advertising needs. Reach your target audience by advertising with AEIRS today! AEIRS also offers an online job board for Radiologic Science faculty positions as a member service. Recruiting qualified faculty can be a challenge, but the AEIRS job board is a fantastic resource for member Educators and a great way to reach this target audience. An advertisement for your position can be posted on the AEIRS job board for three months at https://www.aeirs.org/job-board . It’s a great place to advertise for qualified candidates to fill faculty vacancies, and it includes a myriad of positions for radiologic science and imaging science professionals. Check back frequently for new job opportunities. ​ For all promotional opportunities, contact AEIRS at operations@aeirs.org or call 936-647-1443. Review the media kit for job ad pricing online and in our Radiologic Science & Education Journal or Spectrum Newsletter. ​ View/Download Media Kit

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BYLAWS OF THE ASSOCIATION OF EDUCATORS IN IMAGING AND RADIOLOGIC SCIENCES, INC. ARTICLE I Name and Governing Authority Section 1. Name. The organization shall be known as the Association of Educators in Imaging and Radiologic Sciences, Inc., herein referred to as the Association or AEIRS. Section 2. Purpose. The purpose of the organization is educational and scientific, including, but not limited to the following: a. To encourage the exchange of educational concepts and methodologies at all program levels of radiological sciences and related specialty areas. b. To stimulate interest in academic advancement and teaching as a career option. c. To advance the profession of radiological sciences in its related areas through encouragement of its members to conduct research and disseminate their works through publication. d. To foster attitudes which strive for a standard of excellence in the provision of health and radiological health care. Section 3. Governing Authority. The Association is incorporated under the laws of the state of Kentucky pursuant to Articles of Incorporation filed in November 1985. The Association shall be governed by these Bylaws as amended from time to time in accordance with the provisions hereof. These Bylaws shall not conflict with the Articles of Incorporation. All provisions of these bylaws shall apply to the Association except when in conflict with state or federal laws respecting non-profit corporations. ARTICLE II Membership Section 1. Categories of Membership. The membership of the Association shall consist of the following categories: a. Active Members. Active members shall be individuals who hold current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers, the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board, the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board, or equivalent credentials. Active members shall be involved in the advancement and furthering of education in the Radiological Sciences. b. Associate Members. Associate members shall be individuals who have an interest in the association, but do not qualify as an active member. Associate members shall have all the privileges and obligations of the Association except the right to vote and hold office or serve as chairperson of committees or liaison to outside organizations. c. Charter Members. Charter members are the founding members of the Association. Charter members shall have their membership dues maintained at the original membership fee. Charter members shall have all the privileges and obligations of active members. d. Life Members. Life members shall be members of the Association who have rendered outstanding services and shall be approved by the membership, upon recommendation of the Board of Directors, by majority vote during the annual election of officers. Life members shall pay no dues. Life members shall be identified as either active or associate members based on their qualifications and shall have the privileges and obligations of their membership category. e. Honorary members. Honorary members shall be those individuals, who because of the interest they have evidenced in the activities and aims of the Association, the Association wishes to honor. Honorary members shall be approved by the membership, upon recommendation of the Board of Directors, by majority vote during the annual election of officers. Honorary members shall pay no dues and shall have all the privileges and obligations of the Association except the right to vote and hold office or serve as chairperson of committees or liaison to outside organizations. f. Inactive Members. Inactive members shall be those retired individuals who have been active or associate members in good standing and who request this category of membership. Inactive members shall pay dues at one-half rate and shall only be extended the privilege of receiving correspondence and notifications sent by the organization. Section 2. Approval. All candidates for membership shall submit the prescribed application form properly completed, together with the required fees, and shall furnish any additional information as may be required. The Board of Directors shall identify the approved candidate as either active or associate based on the individual's qualifications. Section 3. Termination. The Board of Directors, by affirmative vote of two-thirds of all of the members of the Board, may suspend or expel a member for cause after an appropriate hearing, and may, by a majority vote of those present at any regularly constituted meeting, terminate the membership of any member who becomes ineligible for membership, or suspend or expel any member who shall be in default in the payment of dues as specified in these Bylaws. Section 4. Resignation. Any member may resign by filing a written resignation with the Board of Directors, but such resignation shall not relieve the member so resigning of the obligation to pay any dues, assessments or other charges theretofore accrued and unpaid. Section 5. Reinstatement. A former member may be reinstated upon application and payment of the current year's dues. ARTICLE III Meetings Section 1. Annual Meeting. The Association shall hold an annual meeting. The Board of Directors will select the time and location of the meeting. Section 2. Notification. Written notice shall be given to all members not less than 90 days prior to the date fixed for the beginning of the Meeting. Section 3. Cancellation. In the event of a national emergency or other circumstance prohibiting the holding of the Association’s annual meeting, the Board of Directors may cancel or reschedule and prompt notices thereof shall be given to all members of the Association. ARTICLE IV Board of Directors Section 1. General Powers. The activities and affairs of the Association shall be conducted by the Board of Directors. Section 2. Composition. The Board of Directors shall consist of seven (7) members: The President, President-Elect, Immediate Past President, Secretary/Treasurer, and three (3) Directors-at-Large. The immediate Past President shall serve as Chair of the Board. Section 3. Regular Meetings. The Board of Directors shall hold a meeting immediately preceding and immediately following the Annual meeting of The Association. A mid-year meeting may be held as deemed necessary by the Board of Directors. Section 4. Special Meetings. Special meetings of the Board of Directors may be called by the Chair or shall be called by the Secretary/Treasurer upon written request of four or more members of the Board of Directors. Section 5. Quorum. The presence of a majority of the Board of Directors including at least the Chairman of the Board or President shall constitute a quorum. Section 6. Vacancies. Vacancies shall be filled by a majority vote of the Board of Directors. Section 7. Executive Committee. The Executive Committee of the Board of Directors shall consist of the Chair of the Board, President, and President-Elect. Section 8. Termination. The Board of Directors shall remove any Board member by a majority vote for dereliction of duty or conduct detrimental to the Association of Educators in Imaging and Radiologic Sciences, Inc. ARTICLE V Officers and Directors-at-Large Section 1. Officers of the Association shall be Chair of the Board, President, President-Elect, and Secretary/Treasurer. Section 2. Directors-at-Large. There shall be three (3) Directors-at-Large. The term of office shall be three years and consecutive terms shall be limited to two terms. Section 3. Election. Elections shall be conducted annually. Officers and Directors-at-Large shall be elected by the active members. All active members shall be able to vote online or by a method approved by the board at least 6 months prior to the annual meeting. A plurality vote shall prevail. In case of a tie, a second vote will be cast at the business meeting. In this case, voting members registered at the Annual Meeting and present at the business session will be eligible to vote. A plurality vote shall prevail. Section 4. Term of Office. The President-Elect shall be elected for a three-year term: one-year term as President-Elect, one-year term as President and a one-year term as Chair of the Board. The Secretary/Treasurer shall be elected for a two-year term. Directors-at-Large shall be elected for three-year terms. The term of office shall begin at the close of each Annual Meeting. At least one Director-at-Large shall be elected each year. Section 5. Eligibility. Any active member is eligible to serve as Director-at-Large. Any active member, who has served as Chair of an AEIRS committee or has served as a member of a Board of Directors/Trustees of a state or national imaging and radiologic sciences association is eligible to serve as Secretary/Treasurer To be eligible for the office of President-Elect, an active member must have previously served as a member of the AEIRS Board of Directors. Section 6. Nominating Committee. A nominating committee composed of 5 active members, none of whom are current Board members, shall be appointed within thirty (30) days following the Annual Meeting. The nominating committee shall satisfy itself that candidates have the proper credentials and are willing to serve if elected. Section 7. Duties. The duties of the Officers and Directors-at-Large shall consist of, but not be limited to the following: a. President. The president shall preside at all meetings of the Association. The President shall be an ex-officio member of all Committees except the Nomination Committee. b. President-Elect. In the absence or inability of the President, the President-Elect shall perform all the duties of the President. c. Secretary/Treasurer. The Secretary/Treasurer shall record and present proceedings of the annual meeting of the Association; and meetings, important decisions and motions of the Board of Directors, preserve all books, papers and articles belonging to the Association, and report unfinished business of previous meetings requiring action and attend to such other business as the Association may direct. All electronic decisions and motions shall be included on the agenda under “unfinished of old business”. At the time of the annual meeting, the Secretary/Treasurer shall make a full financial report. d. Immediate Past President. The Immediate Past President shall serve as Chair of the Board and the executive committee. e. Directors at Large. The Directors at Large shall provide leadership and direction toward the accomplishment of the AEIRS goals and objectives f. Delegation of Duties. The Board of Directors may delegate duties of the office of Secretary/Treasurer to salaried staff. ARTICLE VI Committees Section 1. Establishment of Committees. The Board of Directors shall establish committees as deemed necessary to carry out its strategic plan. Such committees shall be responsible to the Board of Directors and may be altered or eliminated at any time by the Board of Directors. Section 2. Committee Appointments. Committees will be appointed by the President with subsequent ratification by the Board of Directors. Committees will be constituted in such a manner as to encourage as wide a representation as possible of the Association’s membership. ARTICLE VII Finances Section l. Fiscal Year. the fiscal year of the Association shall begin on the first day of April and end on the last of March in each year. Section 2. Dues and Fees. Annual dues for all categories of membership and fees shall be determined by a two-thirds vote of the members present and voting at the Annual Meeting. Notice of such vote shall be given to the members at least thirty (30) days in advance. The application fee for active and associate members shall be uniform and not exceed $5. Section 3. Payment of Dues. Dues shall be payable within sixty (60) days of the renewal date. Members who have not renewed within 60 days of the expiration date, will be listed as dropped and will not be able to receive membership benefits. Section 4. Salaried Staff. The employment of a salaried staff shall be authorized by the Board of Directors as may be needed to fulfill the objectives of the Association. The Board of Directors shall determine the compensation for said staff. ARTICLE VIII Meeting Rules Meetings of the Association shall be governed by the rules contained in the latest edition of ROBERT’S RULES OF ORDER, REVISED in all cases to which they are applicable and in which they are consistent with these Bylaws. ARTICLE IX Amendments These Bylaws shall be reviewed during the third quarter of each odd-numbered year. Any suggested changes are to be included in the Bylaws Committee mid-year report for Board review at the Mid-year Board meeting. They may be amended or repealed by the affirmative vote of two-thirds of the members present and voting at the Annual Meeting provided that written or electronic notice of such proposed amendments shall be sent to the membership at least 30 days prior to the Annual Meeting. ARTICLE X Quorum A quorum shall consist of twenty-five percent of the voting members registered at the annual meeting including at least two officers. Article XI Indemnification Officers, chairs and employees of AEIRS shall be indemnified for liability incurred in connection with the defense of any action in which they are made a party to by reason of serving in an elected or appointed capacity. No one shall be indemnified when adjudged liable for negligence or misconduct in the performance of duty. Article XII Dissolution In the event of dissolution of AEIRS, all its assets remaining after payment of its obligations shall be distributed to and among such corporations, foundations, or other organizations organized and operated exclusively for scientific, charitable or educational purposes consistent with those of the AEIRS as determined by the Board of Directors. Updated July 13, 2023

Membership Plans and Pricing Renewal Members: You must login above and have an active AEIRS membership plan in order to access the AEIRS Membership Renewal Page ​ New Members and Renewal Members whose memberships have expired: You must purchase one of the membership plans below if you have never been a member of AEIRS or if your membership has expired. An AEIRS Member Number will be assigned to you once your application has been processed. At that point, you can request access to the Members section of our website, containing our electronic publications and member resources. One (1) Year New Member $ 80 80$ Active (imaging educator) & Associate (non-imaging educator) Valid for 12 months Select Access to electronic publications (newsletter and journal) Discounted fees for meetings, webinars, and advertisements Two (2) Year New Member $ 145 145$ Active (imaging educator) & Associate (non-imaging educator) Valid for 24 months Select Access to electronic publications (newsletter and journal) Discounted fees for meetings, webinars, and advertisements Three (3) Year New Member $ 200 200$ Active (imaging educator) & Associate (non-imaging educator) Valid for 36 months Select Access to electronic publications (newsletter and journal) Discounted fees for meetings, webinars, and advertisements One (1) Year Retired Membership (No CE) $ 37.50 37.50$ Inactive & Retired Educators Valid for 12 months Select Access to electronic publications (newsletter and journal) Discounted fees for meetings, webinars, and advertisements Need to pay by check? Download and complete a printable application below and mail it in, along with a check made payable to AEIRS at: 2800 Stafford Avenue #4474 Scranton, PA 18505 New Member Renewal Member

Life Member and Honorary Member Information Nominate a Life Member for Elevation Who has made a difference in your professional life? Who is your mentor? ​ The AEIRS Board of Directors would like to remind you of the opportunity to recommend a colleague for consideration of elevation to Life Member status in the Association of Educators in Imaging and Radiologic Sciences. Letters of nomination should describe the individual’s accomplishments and the continuous, significant impact your nominee has made to the AEIRS and our profession. ​ Here is the description from the AEIRS bylaws: Life members shall be members of the Association who have rendered outstanding services and shall be approved by the membership, upon recommendation of the Board of Directors, by majority vote during the annual election of officers. Life members shall pay no dues. Life members shall be identified as either active or associate members based on their qualifications and shall have the privileges and obligations of their membership category. Please send your nomination letter to the AEIRS Operations Manager at operations@aeirs.org no later than December 1st for consideration of elevation at the following AEIRS Annual Meeting. It is so important to acknowledge the professionalism, achievements and service of our peers! Life Members Nominate a Honorary Member for Elevation The AEIRS Board of Directors would like to remind you of the opportunity to recommend an individual for the elevation to Honorary Member status in the Association of Educators in Imaging and Radiologic Sciences. Letters of nomination should describe the accomplishments of the individual being nominated and emphasize the significance of those accomplishments. Here is the description from the AEIRS bylaws: Honorary members shall be those individuals, who because of the interest they have evidenced in the activities and aims of the Association, the Association wishes to honor. Honorary members shall be approved by the membership, upon recommendation of the Board of Directors, by majority vote during the annual election of officers. Honorary members shall pay no dues and shall have all the privileges and obligations of the Association except the right to vote and hold office or serve as chairperson of committees or liaison to outside organizations. Send your recommendation to the AEIRS Operations Manager at operations@aeirs.org by December 1st for elevation at the following AEIRS Annual Meeting. Honorary Members

The Association of Educators in the Imaging and Radiologic Sciences Medical Imaging and Radiologic Sciences (MIRS) Educator Practice Standards (07/09/2020) Definition: The medical imaging and radiologic sciences (MIRS) educator prepares students for a variety of medical imaging and radiologic science professions. These include, but are not limited to, bone density technologists, cardiac/vascular interventional technologists, computed tomography technologists, limited x-ray machine operators, magnetic resonance technologists, mammographers, medical dosimetrists, nuclear medicine technologists, radiation therapists, radiographers, radiologist assistants, and, sonographers. The responsibility of the MIRS educator is to ensure graduates are academically prepared and clinically competent to provide health care services to the general public as vital members of a multidisciplinary team. They play a critical role in providing primary and continuing education to medical imaging and radiologic science professionals as imaging modalities and therapies change and as new imaging and therapeutic modalities emerge which impact the practice of medicine. MIRS educators cultivate and mentor exceptional medical imaging and radiologic science professionals through the promotion of academic excellence which integrates scientific knowledge, technical competence, and patient interaction skills so that graduates demonstrate the ability to think critically and use independent, professional, and ethical judgment in all aspects of their work. Education and Certification Qualifications: The individual must be educationally prepared and clinically competent relevant to the imaging/therapeutic area for which the individual is responsible for providing education and hold and maintain appropriate credentials for professional practice to sustain his/her expertise and awareness of changes and advances in practice. Additionally, clinical coordinators/faculty and didactic faculty shall hold a minimum of a bachelor’s degree, although a master’s degree in Education or Radiologic Sciences is preferred. Program directors and program managers shall hold a minimum of a Master’s degree, although a doctorate in Education or Radiologic Sciences is preferred. Scope of Practice: The scope of practice delineates the parameters of the practice of adult education and learning in a holistic approach to students. MIRS educators recognize the multicultural, gender, and experiential influences each student brings to the program and how each student’s prior life experiences impact teaching and learning. They develop and assess programmatic and course curricula, facilitate student learning and professional growth, conduct and analyze course and overall program assessments, and ensure accreditation standards are met and maintained. MIRS educators demonstrate excellent listening skills, and oral, written, and electronic communication skills reflecting self-awareness and the ability to convey ideas in a variety of educational contexts. They provide a positive culture to support mutual trust and an accepted Code of Conduct in didactic, laboratory, and clinical education environments. MIRS educators serve as mentors and models of the profession through critical and reflective thinking while exhibiting enthusiasm for teaching, learning, and the MIRS professions that inspire and motivate students. Teaching and Learning Performance Standards. The teaching and learning performance standards define the activities necessary to support and promote academic excellence through the transformative development of exceptional medical imaging and radiologic professionals. Standard One - Creating an environment for effective facilitation of learning (classroom, laboratory, and clinical education environments) to achieve cognitive, affective, and psychomotor outcomes Implements a variety of adult education strategies appropriate to learner needs, desired learner outcomes, content, and context Grounds teaching strategies in adult educational theory and evidence-based teaching/learning practices Provides resources to diverse learners to help meet each student’s learning needs Engages in self-reflection and continued learning to improve educational practices that facilitate learning Expertly uses a variety of information technologies skillfully to support a full range of student learning preferences Creates opportunities for learners to develop their critical thinking and critical reasoning skills Demonstrates respect and patience for learners, promotes confidence and an interest in meeting all student learning styles Exhibits integrity and flexibility to maximize the facilitation of learning Develops collegial working relationships with students, university/college colleagues, hospital-based colleagues, and clinical affiliate personnel to promote positive learning environments Serves as a role model for the professions of medical imaging and radiologic sciences Standard Two - Facilitating student professional development and interpersonal communication skills to include counseling strategies, learner self-reflection, and professional growth, constructive self & peer evaluation, modeling professional behaviors, values, and attitudes Utilizes effective counseling, listening, and advising strategies to assist students in meeting professional educational goals Creates an environment to foster socialization to the role of medical imaging and radiologic science professions and encourages student self-reflection and personal goal setting for professional growth Models and encourages effective interpersonal interactions in the classroom, laboratory, and clinical education environments and recognizes the impact of these interactions on student learning outcomes Assists students in developing the ability to engage in thoughtful and constructive self-evaluation and peer evaluation Provides educational opportunities to enhance group/team interactions through facilitating effective group learning and team management Serves as a role model through involvement in professional associations, engagement in lifelong learning, dissemination of evidence-based information through publications and presentations, and advocates for the medical imaging and radiologic science professions Standard Three – Using effective learning assessment and evaluation strategies for all domains of learning in the classroom, laboratory, and clinical education environments. Develops and utilizes evidence-based assessment and evaluation practices Clearly verbalizes assessment and evaluation expectations to students and orients learners to the assessment process Creates standardized learning assessment instruments and processes to evaluate student learning and competence in the classroom, laboratory, and clinical education environments in all three domains (cognitive, affective, and psychomotor) Matches student assessment instruments to the specific student learning outcomes Provides constructive feedback to students in a timely and respectful manner to enhance the learning experience Standard Four – Designing program curricula to meet the current knowledge required of undergraduate and graduate medical imaging and radiologic science professionals. Formulating, implementing, assessing, improving, and sustaining appropriate program outcomes and quality indicators including, but not limited to, those required by accreditation organizations. Develops the specific MIRS learner-centered program curriculum based on rigorous educational outcome principles, including a program mission statement; program goals; student learning outcomes; academic courses, content, and syllabi; instructional methods; and assessment procedures to meet national educational standards Ensures the curriculum meets institutional requirements and reflects the institutional philosophy and mission Designs the curricula to accommodate student population social considerations such as age, physical disabilities, learning disabilities, and English language proficiency Develops course curricula based on specific student learning outcomes and develops course student assessment methods to match the student learning outcomes Designs and implements a systematic program assessment model that promotes academic excellence and student success Analyzes program outcomes to assess programmatic effectiveness and makes necessary curricular revisions based on student outcomes, graduate satisfaction, and employer satisfaction Ensures the use of credible assessment evidence in making program decisions and reevaluating the assessment process Periodically conducts a curriculum review including a needs assessment to maintain a program curriculum that reflects current practice in the medical imaging and radiologic sciences professions Standard Five – Professional leadership development and scholarly contributions to the radiologic science professions (self-assessment and professional development). Commits to life-long learning and maintaining competence as an educator and MIRS professional including the maintenance of professional certifications Participates in professional development activities through continuing education and active participation in state and national radiologic sciences professional associations Develops and maintains collaborations and professional social connections to build a strong network and partnerships across MIRS programs and academic institutions Constructively utilizes feedback from students and peers for self-reflection and improvement Remains current regarding evidence-based teaching and learning practices, evaluation methods, student development, and changes within the healthcare environment Promotes innovative practices in MIRS education and professions through state, national, and international presentations, research, and peer-reviewed publications Fulfills institutional requirements for teaching, scholarship, and service Develops and maintains leadership skills to serve as an advocate for MIRS education and professions to shape and implement change Mentors and supports the development of peers and faculty colleagues Demonstrates competence in writing proposals for resource acquisition, program development, and research as required Standard Six- Managing or assisting with programmatic student admissions, student services referrals, budgets and expenditures, programmatic and institutional accreditation, curriculum, programmatic and certification agency policies and procedures, resource acquisition, maintenance of classrooms and laboratories, and compliance reporting. Maintains and retains accurate student records ensuring confidentiality and security as required by the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) Complies with the Health Information Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) in the classroom, laboratory, and clinical environments Develops and maintains a Student Handbook including program-specific policies; shares this document with communities of interest; enforces policies in a fair and equitable manner in accordance with institutional appeal and grievance processes Maintains national, regional or programmatic accreditation status recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE) or the Council of Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) Remains current on general education and curriculum content requirements for the professional discipline(s) Remains current regarding the policies and procedures of certifying agencies Manages the programmatic, student-centered recruitment, admissions, and retention processes including enrollment goals aligned with institutional mission and strategic goals Develops, monitors, and adheres to the annual budget each fiscal year and seeks grant funding for resources, as required Resolves conflict, counsels students, and initiates referrals to student services, as needed Download Practice Standards