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8) Making it known to students at the beginning of each term that students are expected to
attend all class sessions, and missed class sessions will be recorded.
9) Evaluating students’ work in relation to the course learning outcomes and on the basis of
evidence of independent learning, mastery of course material, and ability to think and
communicate clearly.

10) Clarifying students' doubts, if any, about assessment and giving feedback to them when the
answer sheets are shown in class or during their office hours. Also, posting on LOGSIS the
cumulative grade of course assessment and mid-term examinations secured by each student
in every course they teach.

11) Advising the students allotted to him/her as advisees. The Chair of the department
concerned is responsible for assigning student advisors so that the number of advisees per
academic staff member is evenly distributed in the department. Student advising should
encompass all aspects of academic advising, including selection of electives, counselling on
any academic difficulties or problems and monitoring the academic progress of advisee.

12) Guiding the students with poor performance to take advantage of the Learning Support
centre to improve their performance.

13) Conducting scientific/scholarly work in own field that would lead to publishing in refereed
academic journals or refereed professional conferences .
14) Engaging in scientific and professional consultancy, giving lectures, and participating in
seminars, within the University rules and regulations pertaining to outside consulting

activities.

11.2.3. Responsibilities of Faculty (DU Internal Bylaws Article 56)
The faculty members shall have the following responsibilities:

1) Respect the rules and regulations of Dhofar University.

2) Perform the responsibilities related to teaching and research duties assigned.
3) Perform the academic advising duties to help, advise and inform students and also supervise
students’ research and training.

4) Observe official working hours.

5) Attend the department council meetings and participate in committees, academic and
administrative affairs if required of them.
6) Respect the teachings of Islam, other religions and beliefs and reflect this in one’s conduct
on and off campus.

7) Respect work ethics and maintain the traditions of the University.

8) Work towards promoting collegiality.
9) Do not engage in any disclosure of confidential information or give a statement related to
university affairs except with prior consent of the respective authority in Dhofar University.

10) Contribute to the development of the local community.

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