GWC IPD - ALTERNATIVE METHODS APPLICATION

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FUNDING GUIDELINES

Alternative Methods provides Overload Pay to earn a maximum of up to (27) clock hours of work per academic year. Projects completed for overload pay will be paid in one lump sum after the evidence of completion is submitted and approved by the IPD Chair. Applications are approved for funding on a first-come, first-served basis.

Fall projects = paid in December
Spring projects = paid in May

NEW for 2026-27- Faculty are eligible for up to $3,000 IPD primary funding allowance per academic year. The funding may be used to attend a discipline/general teaching conference - OR - to complete an Alternative Methods project. (See exception below).

The Alternative Methods funding is designed to provide a benefit equivalent to the $3,500 available to faculty who select the conference funding/conference presenter option. Because Alternative Methods compensation is processed through payroll, the total amount charged to the IPD budget includes both the faculty overload pay (27 hours = approximately $2,916) and the associated payroll-related costs (approximately $500 in medical, work comp, STR, etc.), resulting in a total expenditure comparable to the conference funding allocation.

Exception: Faculty may still be eligible for additional special conference funding if they meet specific criteria, such as attending a statewide Academic Senate conference, attending a conference related to responsibilities in a faculty leadership position or committee-related role, or qualifying for CFE supplemental funds or equity related funding.

1. I acknowledge that I am applying for overload pay, have reviewed and understand the Alternative Methods funding guidelines, including the maximum compensation amount, payment timeline, and that selecting Alternative Methods will use my annual IPD primary funding allowance in lieu of regular IPD discipline/general teaching conference funding for 2026-27.

I acknowledge

2. I acknowledge that documentation of completion for all pre-approved coursework/projects must be submitted to the IPD within ten days of completing the class/project. I understand that the IPD will report earned Alternative Methods overload to campus personnel for final disbursement. Failure to submit the required documentation may delay payment due to fiscal deadlines.

I acknowledge

PROJECT INFORMATION

Refer to the CFE/AFT CCCD Contract and IPD Reference Guide for an explanation of the programs. Applicant certifies that the project meets the criteria established in the contract, Section 11.1.a Standard Work Week and Work Day. If you are interested in a Lower Division or Mentoring project, please refer to the IPD website for the links to those applications.

Select the Alternative Methods program you are applying for:

What semester will you complete your project?

Fall 2026

Spring 2027

Fall 2027

Spring 2028

Course Name (leave blank if not applicable)

Institution (Example: Gale, CIL, @ONE) (leave blank if not applicable)

Are you receiving or might you receive Flex Credit for this project/class?

Yes

No

Are you receiving or might you receive an OER Stipend for this project?

Yes

No

1. Project Description: Briefly describe your proposed Alternative Methods project.

(Example: creating a lab manual for BIO G255L)

2. Project Goals and Objectives:

3. If you are applying for a class, enter the class Start date and End date (leave blank if not applicable):

4. If you are applying for a class, please provide the course URL (leave blank if not applicable):

5. For all applicants: How will completing your Alternative Methods project enhance your teaching ability and/or professional development?

6. For all applicants: Describe what evidence will be submitted to show that the objectives have been met. (For Independent Study, who will evaluate your work for completeness?).

With the exception of those enrolled in a class, faculty members will also be required to submit a time log which includes a list of dates, description of activities, hours, and the total hours of the final project.

7. How many hours will be dedicated to the actual project? (Refer to the Program Type drop-down list linked above to view how many credits each program qualifies for). (Award of final hours is contingent upon review of the applicant's submission of evidence verifying the actual number of hours dedicated to the approved program).

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8. Do you understand that the maximum hours funded for Alternative Methods in 2026-27 is up to (27) clock hours?

Yes

No, I would like to discuss further.

Thank you for your application. We appreciate your interest in professional development. The IPD Office will notify you by email once the committee has reached a decision.

*** IMPORTANT: Do not begin your Alternative Methods class/project until you have received approval from the IPD. ***

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