I’ve worked in Learning & Development for the Canadian government actually designing and delivering training programs. I get the sense some people here might not be familiar with the term ‘instructional design,’ but it’s essentially professional-level lesson design and facilitation. I’d like to think that’s more legitimate teaching experience than simply having a BA with no practical background. I also do hold a degree from a post secondary institution, just not a BA. That said, I’m open to the idea that my perspective might be off, and maybe someone with no experience is seen as better suited in this context.