Teaching Assistant Uprising
As Department Chair of Computer Science, you face an imminent crisis as 12 international TAs threaten a mass resignation 72 hours before final exams. Their detailed complaint document cites systemic discrimination, unequal workload distribution, and cultural insensitivity. With 2,000 students' grades at stake and the Dean breathing down your neck, you have 24 hours to prevent academic chaos.
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Survivors
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Popularity
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Difficulty
B1-B2
Scenario Overview
Your Role
Department Chair of Computer Science
Conversation Partner
Dr. Mei Zhang - Lead TA Representative
Setting
Your cluttered office at 11PM, desk illuminated only by monitor glow, rain beating against windows
Location
Thompson Hall, University Computer Science Department
Learning Objectives
Negotiate a resolution that prevents the TA walkout while addressing legitimate concerns
Develop concrete policy proposals for improving departmental cultural sensitivity
Maintain academic integrity of final examinations while managing crisis
About This Scenario
As Department Chair of Computer Science, you face an imminent crisis as 12 international TAs threaten a mass resignation 72 hours before final exams. Their detailed complaint document cites systemic discrimination, unequal workload distribution, and cultural insensitivity. With 2,000 students' grades at stake and the Dean breathing down your neck, you have 24 hours to prevent academic chaos.
How It Starts
“Chair Thompson, I have here a signed statement from all twelve of your international TAs. We will not administer finals unless our concerns are addressed. The clock is ticking, and 2,000 students' academic futures hang in the balance. How do you want to proceed?”
This is how Dr. Mei Zhang - Lead TA Representative's greeting will start.
Practice Details
Scenario ID
#1163
Category
General
Location Tag
Thompson Hall, University Computer Science Department
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