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It’s said that the best professors awaken greatness in students,

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and inspire them to reach their potential both in their careers and in life.

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Postsecondary teachers, often called professors or faculty,

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teach students at the college level, in a wide variety of subjects,

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and often contribute to the development of knowledge in their fields.

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Professors need high-level critical thinking skills,

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excellent speaking and writing skills, creativity,

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and the ability to connect with their students.

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They teach courses in subjects such as history, science,

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business, music, and many other fields.

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Professors at small colleges or community colleges

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often spend most of their time teaching classes and working with students.

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When employed by large colleges or universities,

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faculty also conduct research or experiments

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publish their findings, apply for research grants,

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and supervise graduate teaching assistants who help teach classes

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Part-time—or adjunct—professors often work in their field,

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such as a lawyer who teaches an evening law class.

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Some faculty teach courses online, using the Internet to present lessons,

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assign work to students, and participate in discussions.

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Faculty also keep office hours for student meetings,

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and may serve on committees for their institutions.

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Most professors teach during the day,

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but some teach night and weekend classes.

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Online teaching may offer a flexible schedule.

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Typically, postsecondary teachers must have a Ph.D. in a related field,

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though two-year colleges may require only a master's degree.

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In some fields, such as health specialties, art, or education,

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hands-on experience in the industry is an important qualification.