teaching load

Teaching load refers to the amount of teaching responsibility an instructor has, typically measured by the number of courses or classes they teach within a specific period, such as a semester or year. It includes preparation, delivery, grading, and student interaction. A higher teaching load means more classes, which can impact the time available for research, administrative duties, and personal commitments. Institutions often balance teaching loads to ensure quality education while allowing faculty to pursue other scholarly or professional activities. In essence, it’s a way to measure and manage the workload assigned to educators.