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California college instructors used to help keep students honest. Now they’re the ones gaming the system
A media investigation found more than 70 California community college instructors teaching at five or more districts at once, often using pre-recorded online courses and automated grading. The article argues that this lets some instructors earn unusually high salaries while limiting student interaction, raising questions about educational quality and the use of public funds.
One instructor, Thien-Huong Ninh Villarreal, reportedly worked for eight districts, taught 30 classes and enrolled 1,135 students, earning nearly $800,000. The article calls for workload limits and closer oversight, while noting that many community college professors work hard and some adjuncts teach at several campuses simply to make a modest income.
In short
- An investigation found over 70 instructors teaching across five or more California districts.
- One instructor reportedly earned nearly $800,000 across eight districts.
- The article calls for workload limits and scrutiny of course quality.