Associate Instructional Designer Digital Learning UTK
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Job Location:
Knoxville, TN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Associate Instructional Designer will be a critical player in driving course development and innovation working closely with faculty subject matter experts and senior instructional designers to design develop and enhance online learning this role you will independently apply instructional design principles and utilize a range of educational technologies to create engaging accessible and effective learning materials that elevate the quality of online education.
Responsibilities
Course Development & Maintenance
- Provide direct support to faculty in the development and creation of learning materials particularly related to content formatting assessment creation and course organization in alignment with learning objectives as directed. Partner with course development team.
- Provide start-of-term support to faculty in preparation for each teaching session including keeping links current ensuring seamless access to third-party assets/embeds and updating dates and deadlines for assignments.
- Provide front-line troubleshooting to faculty for resolving issues with Digital Learning course templates including basic html.
- Lead DLs efforts to maintain compliance with US Dept of Justice guidelines for accessibility within online courses including applying accessibility standards and quality assurance protocols in the creation of materials as well as the conversion/optimization of older materials.
- Lead file conversions when needed to maintain continuity of operations between shifting vendors/use of third-party materials.
- Collaborate with senior instructional designers and faculty in creating engaging and interactive content including creating and updating assets through H5P Storyline etc.
Technology Assistance and Enhancement
- Diagnose recommend and utilize effective and creative uses of technology to enhance instruction.
- Employ content authoring tools document creation applications presentation tools and other technology resources to develop custom products.
- Test relevant technologies for adoption by Course Production unit.
Educational Technology Troubleshooting
- Provide troubleshooting technology documentation and event information support to faculty and subject matter experts.
- Build familiarity with and stay current on best practices learning theories and instructional technologies incorporating these into content standards and learning objectives.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience
- Bachelors degree instructional design education technology learning science or related field
- Experience providing educational technology development services or formal or informal education whether in a full-time or part-time (e.g. graduate assistantship) capacity
- Or any equivalent combination of experience or education from which comparable knowledge skills and abilities have been achieved.
Preferred Experience:
- Masters degree in instructional design online education ed tech learning science or related field.
Work Location
- Knoxville TN
Compensation and Benefits
UT market range: MR 10
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Application Instructions
- For full consideration applicants must attach a letter of interest resume and the name address email and phone number of three professional references in addition to completing the applicant file to the Human Resources online application system DASH. This position does have the potential for a hybrid working capacity.
- Screening of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position has been filled. DLUT
About The College/Department/Division
Digital Learning at UT is a unit charged with advancing UTs commitment to discovery creativity learning and engagement specifically for online learners. Using advanced and innovative technologies Digital Learning at UT will provide scalable solutions that enhance the online learning experience and reduce barriers to student access and success providing a tremendous impact to online learners across the state and the nation. At Digital Learning we want to be bold and impactful transforming the future of online education through innovative thinking and collaborative problem-solving. Join our dynamic and inclusive Digital Learning team where we take pride in teamwork excellence and a shared commitment to shaping the future through education and innovation.
Additional Information on all postings provided by UTK
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- System Design
- Classroom Experience
- Learning Technology
- Instructional Design
- Adult Education
- SCORM
- LMS
- Training & Development
- Adobe Dreamweaver
- Adobe Captivate
- Curriculum Development
- Web Accessibility
About Company
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has shaped leaders, changemakers, and innovative thinkers since its founding in 1794. The university is home to more than 38,000 students and 10,000 statewide employees—the Volunteers—who uphold the university’s tradition of lighting the way for ... View more
