Instructional Design Specialist

Dallas, IA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About ACU	ACU is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ. All applicants must be professing Christians and willing to support the Christian mission and purpose of Abilene Christian University while employed by the university.
Title of Position	Instructional Design Specialist
Posting Location	Remote - Dallas Texas
Department	Learning Design and Operations- ACU Dallas
Employee Class	Exempt Full-time
Basic Responsibilities	Develop course curriculum in partnership with subject matter experts (SMEs) Provide project management oversight ensuring timely execution of deliverables Support the delivery of the course products in the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS)
Essential Duties	Develop course curriculum in partnership with subject matter experts (SMEs) Assisting in the alignment of objectives activities and assessments Providing guidance in developing a course engineered for an online learning environment and intended for adult learners Assisting in the construction of learning experiences that include analysis of the audience environment objectives content technologies etc. Advising on considerations for content design including readability potential for learner engagement opportunities for reflection and fit with course outcomes and objectives Designing effective and meaningful instruction based on specified pedagogical and conceptual frameworks current trends and using a variety of media technologies and learning strategies Remaining aware of all emerging instructional design best practices and making recommendations to continue to offer the best learning experience possible. Provide project management oversight utilizing the project management system. Serving as the project manager for course development defining and aligning with scope ensuring that course development timelines are metproject progress is monitored and issues are escalated appropriately Hosting meetings between key stakeholders for alignment across divisions Collaborate with directors of online programs to support the needs of program-wide course development and new program launches Design and develop resource courses such as dissertation workspaces capstone courses etc. Recommend changes to existing courses including technology or instructional methods to ensure courses align with ACU academic qualitystandards Support the delivery of the course products in the Learning Management System (LMS) Ensure all specifications for course assets needing to be developed are complete and clearly communicated Follow ACU course development guidelines build guidelines and course standards Develop and maintain syllabi using the Concourse syllabus management system
Professional Development Requirements	Knowledge of instructional design theories and practices Experience with content creation tools. Experience with Articulate is strongly preferred. Experience in curriculum development Experience building courses in Canvas (LMS) Experience using Google Suite Products such as Google Docs Strongly prefer experience using project management tools such as or similar software
Qualifications	Two years of experience in developing asynchronous online courses Masters degree in instructional design or related field is strongly preferred Outstanding organizational problem-solving customer service presentation and project management skills
Physical Demands	Activities performed require extended periods of using a computer and sitting at a desk.
Additional Information	ACU does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race color age sex disability genetic information national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities in keeping with applicable state and federal law. ACU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the universitys financial and physical assets. Therefore Abilene Christian University conducts background checks on all candidates for employment in security sensitive positions.

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About ACUACU is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ. All applicants must be professing Christians and willing to support the Christian mission and purpose of Abilene Christian University while employed by the university.Title of PositionInstructional Design SpecialistPosting Locat...

About ACU	ACU is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ. All applicants must be professing Christians and willing to support the Christian mission and purpose of Abilene Christian University while employed by the university.
Title of Position	Instructional Design Specialist
Posting Location	Remote - Dallas Texas
Department	Learning Design and Operations- ACU Dallas
Employee Class	Exempt Full-time
Basic Responsibilities	Develop course curriculum in partnership with subject matter experts (SMEs) Provide project management oversight ensuring timely execution of deliverables Support the delivery of the course products in the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS)
Essential Duties	Develop course curriculum in partnership with subject matter experts (SMEs) Assisting in the alignment of objectives activities and assessments Providing guidance in developing a course engineered for an online learning environment and intended for adult learners Assisting in the construction of learning experiences that include analysis of the audience environment objectives content technologies etc. Advising on considerations for content design including readability potential for learner engagement opportunities for reflection and fit with course outcomes and objectives Designing effective and meaningful instruction based on specified pedagogical and conceptual frameworks current trends and using a variety of media technologies and learning strategies Remaining aware of all emerging instructional design best practices and making recommendations to continue to offer the best learning experience possible. Provide project management oversight utilizing the project management system. Serving as the project manager for course development defining and aligning with scope ensuring that course development timelines are metproject progress is monitored and issues are escalated appropriately Hosting meetings between key stakeholders for alignment across divisions Collaborate with directors of online programs to support the needs of program-wide course development and new program launches Design and develop resource courses such as dissertation workspaces capstone courses etc. Recommend changes to existing courses including technology or instructional methods to ensure courses align with ACU academic qualitystandards Support the delivery of the course products in the Learning Management System (LMS) Ensure all specifications for course assets needing to be developed are complete and clearly communicated Follow ACU course development guidelines build guidelines and course standards Develop and maintain syllabi using the Concourse syllabus management system
Professional Development Requirements	Knowledge of instructional design theories and practices Experience with content creation tools. Experience with Articulate is strongly preferred. Experience in curriculum development Experience building courses in Canvas (LMS) Experience using Google Suite Products such as Google Docs Strongly prefer experience using project management tools such as or similar software
Qualifications	Two years of experience in developing asynchronous online courses Masters degree in instructional design or related field is strongly preferred Outstanding organizational problem-solving customer service presentation and project management skills
Physical Demands	Activities performed require extended periods of using a computer and sitting at a desk.
Additional Information	ACU does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race color age sex disability genetic information national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities in keeping with applicable state and federal law. ACU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the universitys financial and physical assets. Therefore Abilene Christian University conducts background checks on all candidates for employment in security sensitive positions.