Chapter 24 takes a look at lessons learned from the chapter’s author for obtaining a position in instructional design. Take a look at a few of the sources provided for job openings from lesson 1 and search for at least 3 positions that are of interest to you. Describe the general nature of the positions and list the skills required for the job. Do you have these skills?
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Instructional Design Technologist (Fairmont Private Schools)
Description
Thesys International is looking for a tech-savvy, personable go-getter to join our design team. The Instructional Technologist will be responsible to lead the design and production of tools and experiences in our hybrid course development. The ideal candidate is someone who is both creative and intellectual in nature, and is looking to design and create quality on-line teaching and learning objects, digital rich media, for use both in the classroom and on-line.
Responsibilities of the Instructional Technologist:
Is to research, explore, test, and develop the use of emerging software, platforms, and technological innovations in teaching and learning utilizing the philosophy and curriculum guidelines of Thesys and Fairmont Schools.
The Instructional Technologist will primarily lead the design and development of assigned courses in math and science using the eXact Content Authoring System, Blackboard or Brain Honey Learning Management System tools with training and support provided.
The exceptional candidate will have:
· Strong technology skills in the use of media and instructional design techniques
· Prior teaching experience
· Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines with creativity, independence and high standards
· Demonstrated ability to establish objectives, identify problems, analyze data and creatively deliver solutions
· Familiarity with industry standards and professional organizations - AECT (Association for Educational Communications and Technology, ISTE (International Society for Technology in Education), and SCORM (Sharable Content Object Reference Model)
TARGET COURSE DEVELOPMENT
Math - Geometry CP
Math - Algebra II/Trigonometry
Science - Chemistry CP
Science - Chemistry Honors
Requirements
Qualifications:
· A bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design or related field from an accredited college or university.
· A minimum of five years of instructional development experience in a learning product development environment (software and/or education content). Knowledge of instructional design theory and practice.
· Knowledge of applications and technologies used in K-12 and/or higher education instruction including learning management systems and e-Learning development authoring tools.
· Experienced in project management.
· Demonstrated success in a collaborative work environment.
· Energetic, creative, and committed to professional growth.
· Excellent oral and written communication skills, plus people skills (relate professionally and personally with students, parents and staff).
· Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, course authoring software, learning management systems, content management, graphic editing software, storyboarding, multimedia, and HTML coding is necessary.
This is a full time contracted position.
My Skills
I do not have a bachelor’s degree in instructional design, so I probably would not be a prime candidate for this position. I do not possess the work experience of 5 years of instructional development. However, I do possess excellent oral and written communication skills and people skills. I am energetic, creative and committed to professional growth. As a teacher I engage in collaboration daily with my fellow team members.
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Job Description
Saint Joseph's University
Director of Education Unit Online Programs
Saint Joseph’s University, located in western Philadelphia, is currently recruiting for a full-time Director of Education Unit Online Programs. The Director of Education reports directly to the Chairs of the Teacher Education and Educational Leadership Departments. The Director provides online course development guidance and ongoing assistance to instructors with the supervision and quality maintenance of their online courses, ensures that online instructors receive training and support, and handles program admissions and course delivery.
• Review applicant documents
• Render admission decisions & arrange for candidate notification
• Conduct “virtual information sessions” (open houses)
• Develop semester schedule of online courses
• Assign facilitators to online course sections
• Conduct “peer visitation” of facilitated courses
• Assist Chairs with program supervision (quality maintenance)
• Provide assistance with enrollment tracking & management (tools & databases)
• Provide assistance with course section balancing
• Assist Chairs/IOR’s with establishment of mentor support for course facilitators
• Participate in initial and ongoing course reviews
• Advocate for ongoing needs of Education Unit online programs
• Liaison with Deltak Partnership Director
• Liaison with ERDLC design group
• Liaison with ITDL Blackboard training group
• Develop Quality Assurance procedures for Unit Courses
• Review and modify program for adherence to PDE standards
• Identify and provide training for course facilitators
• Work with Learning Institute Director to develop online Learning Institute/Act 48 courses.
This position requires a Master’s degree in an academic discipline with background in instructional technology, or a master’s degree in instructional technology with background in an academic discipline; demonstrated experience in developing and delivering online courses; and a minimum of one year of administrative experience with an online instructional program.
Preference will be given to candidates who possess one or all of the following qualifications: Higher education teaching experience; experience with related Pennsylvania Department of Education standards and accountability requirements; knowledgeable of standards and best practices in distance education and online learning; and/or an understanding IT standards, secondary education and education leadership frameworks
For a complete description of position responsibilities and to apply, please visit our website at https://jobs.sju.edu and Search Posting to apply to a specific position. To be considered an applicant all applications must be submitted on-line through the employment site.
Saint Joseph's University is a private, Catholic, Jesuit institution and expects members of its community to be knowledgeable about its mission and to make a
My Skills:
positive contribution to that mission. Saint Joseph’s University seeks to recruit, develop and retain a talented and diverse workforce.
I would love to have this position because it is my desire to work in higher education. However, I do not meet the minimum qualifications. I have a Master’s degree in Education which they might take in lieu of a Masters in an academic discipline, but I do not have a background in instructional technology. I also have no higher education experience.
INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER
FlU -- Florida International University
Miami, Florida, United States
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This is not an entry-level position.
Job ID: 7649936
Position Title: INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER
Industry: Education / Teaching / Administration
Job Function: Other
Job Type: Full-Time
Fax: http://www.fiujobs.org
The Division of Information Technology at Florida International University is currently seeking an Instructional Designer.
Responsibilities include:
-Provide instructional design services to faculty who wish to utilize technology for delivery of course content, including but not limited to online course materials.
-Design, develop and programs instructional interactive applications to be delivered via Web, CDRom, and/or DVD to enhance teaching and learning.
-Work with Training Manager to design, develop, and facilitate workshops for faculty on a variety of instructional web course development, management, and delivery topics.
-Work with videographers, photographers, graphic designers, editors and other educational technology personnel to coordinate the design and delivery of technology enhanced courses and course materials.
-Provide coaching in instructional design, Moodle and/or other software necessary to develop and implement courses.
-Assist faculty in curriculum planning, developing effective multisensory instructional strategies, and assessment of these materials.
Minimum requirements: Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience.
Desired Qualifications:
-Knowledge and experience with computers, digital media equipment and software (scanners, audio recording and editing, Flash, Photoshop, etc.), and Web and multimedia development tools (such as Dreamweaver ).
-Ability to communicate technical and non-technical information effectively, verbally and in writing.
-Ability to initiate and carry out a project and to work collaboratively to accomplish tasks.
-Excellent interpersonal skills needed to work with faculty one-on-one in consultation and with groups in workshops and other
-Experience applying a systematic instructional design process to develop instruction.
-Knowledge and experience with a learning management system, preferably Moodle
-Ability to remain flexible, solve problems and manage multiple projects/responsibilities in a timely and effective manner.
-Ability to learn quickly new software, equipment and web must possess troubleshooting skills.
-Proficiency in the use of Windows and MAC operating systems as well as Microsoft Office Suite and other software packages. Salary Range: $35,000.00 - $44,000.00
For further information or to apply please visit our website at http://www.fiujobs.org and reference position # 41428.
My Skills
I do not have a degree related to the field of technology however, I think I could do this job. I possess the knowledge of media equipment and computers. I have excellent interpersonal skills and am very flexible. I am also a quick study at learning new technology and software. However, the salary is somewhat low. This is something which would have to be negotiated.
Remember that the field of instructional technology is not just focused on education, but on business and industry as well. Look at the resources provided on page 258 in chapter 25 and select one of these links and complete the self assessment. What did you learn about yourself from the assessment?
I chose to do a skills assessment at careeronestop.com. I scored higher than average in most of the areas. I feeleducation was a proper fit for my interests and skills.
Chapter 26 lists several websites for professional organizations and websites for professional publications. Visit 2-3 websites for professional organizations and 2-3 websites for the professional publications and address the following:
- Professional organizations:
- Mission
- Cost of membership
- Publications
- Conferences and meetings
- Opportunities for professional development
- Professional publications:
- Focus/Goals of the journal
- Submission guidelines
- Is this a peer reviewed journal?
- Is the journal online?
How is the journal and organization useful to you and your career? Were you aware of the organizationa/journals that you researched?
Professional organization: American Society for Training and Development
Mission: To provide leadership to individuals, organizations, and society to achieve work related competence, performance, and fulfillment.
Cost of membership: $75 annually or $50 for students
Publications: TD Magazine online, books, peer review research articles and info online
Conferences and Meetings: Career Planning and Talent Management, Transforming Workplace Relationships
Opportunities for professional development: Professional Development Network, Special Interest Groups, Professional Development events.
Professional publications: How Does Social Learning Measure Up?
Focus/Goals of the Journal: 7 methods can help learning leaders put hard numbers to soft investments
Submission guidelines: Conditions of Acceptance: all published material is copyrighted and becomes the property of ASTD. Authors will be expected to sign a standard written release. Failure to sign the release will result in the rejection of the article.
Is this a peer review journal? No
Is this journal online? Yes
How are the journal and organization useful to you and your career? The journal offers a lot of information about professional development opportunities in Education.
Were you aware of the organizations/journals that you researched? No
Professional organization:AACE(Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education
Mission: To bring together technology and engineering education professionals to share ideas, gain professional development, and improve public understanding of technology in education.
Cost of membership: $80 annually
Publications: Children's Technology and Engineering, Journal of Technology Education
Conferences and Meetings: Preparing the Stem Workforce: The Next Generation
ITEEA's 73rd Annual Conference-(Minneapolis,MN March 24-26, 2011)
Opportunities for Professional Development:
Program Excellence General Session- , March 24, 2011
FTE Spirit of Excellence Breakfast- March 25,2011
Teacher Excellence General Session- March 25, 2011
Focus/Goals of the Journal:To improve understanding of STEM literacy.
Is this a peer review journal? No
Is this journal online? Yes
How are the journal and organization useful to you and your career? This journal offers a lot of useful information about integrating technology into instruction.
Were you aware of the organizations/journals that you researched? No
Chapter 27 looks at competencies for instructional design and technology professionals. If you were responsible for identifying the domains, competencies, and performance statements for a performance technologist, what would they include and why?
If I were responsible for setting the guidelines for performance technologist. I would use Professional Foundations, Performance Analysis, Development, and Implementation as the competencies.
Professional Foundation: This is important because nothing hold up without a proper foundation. It is the framework for the entire program, and without it the entire program will fall apart.
Performance Analysis: It is important to use data in order to set goals and expectations of the program.
Development: The development of the program is crucial to the overall outcome of its effectiveness. It is at this stage that we will evaluate training and determine if there is a need to make adjustments in instruction.
Implementation: This is where we determine the effectiveness of the overall instruction.
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