The casual staff who do 80% of undergrad teaching need more support – here's a way unis can help
- Written by: Robyn Moore, Social Researcher, School of Social Sciences, University of Tasmania
ShutterstockCasual staff do an estimated 80% of undergraduate teaching in Australian universities. Research shows these staff are highly committed, going above and beyond their paid role to assist students.
Yet, compared to full-time staff, casuals are often treated as second-class citizens. Casual staff have little institutional support. They lac...