Adjunct Faculty - Learning Design and Technology
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Application Instructions
Applications must include:
* Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
* Resume / Curriculum Vitae
* Statement of Teaching Philosophy
* Summary of Teaching Evaluations
* Statement of Contribution to Mission
* Contact information for 3 references who will be contacted via email to submit confidential letters of recommendation following the completion of an interview.
* Transcripts will be required of all finalists for this position.
Posting Details
Posting Number: 2021791F
Position Title: Adjunct Faculty - Learning Design and Technology
Position Type: Faculty
Location: Villanova, PA
Recruitment Type: Internal/External Applicants
Work Schedule: part-time/12-months
Department: 576-Dean, Professional Studies
Position Summary: The College of Professional Studies (CPS) invites qualified individuals to apply for an Adjunct Faculty position to develop and teach a course in a fully online certificate program in Learning Design and Technology launching in Summer 2021. We are specifically seeking someone with expertise aligned with a course on Assessment and Evaluation of online course design. The ideal candidate will have experience with enterprise learning solutions in a variety of different professional settings. They will bring knowledge and skills related to various evaluation models, principles, and practices used to determine if an online course is effectively meeting its stated learning goals. They will collaborate with other faculty as needed to align course and program learning objectives and outcomes. The Assessment and Evaluation course will be offered for the first time January 2022.
The College of Professional Studies will accept applications throughout the year. If a teaching vacancy arises, we will consider the submitted applications.
Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.
Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities include:
* Develop learning goals and objectives
* Select readings and other course materials
* Record videos
* Develop assessments including quizzes, exams, discussion board posts, writing assignments and projects
* Create detailed course development document that the learning experience designer can use to build the course in the LMS
* Create syllabus
* Create facilitator guide for future instructors with sample activities
* Participate in regular meetings with CPS staff
Minimum Qualifications
* Master’s degree in Instructional Design or related field.
* Experience developing and teaching online courses.
* Strong understanding of adult learning principles and theories.
Preferred Qualifications
* Specific knowledge of Blackboard, Canvas, and instructional design tools as well as web conferencing platforms.
* Experience recording video and/or audio content for online courses.
References Needed
Minimum Number of References Needed: 3
Maximum Number of References Needed: 3
Documents Needed to Complete Your Application
Required Documents
* Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
* Resume / Curriculum Vitae
* Statement of Teaching Philosophy
* Summary of Teaching Evaluations
* Statement of Contribution to Mission
Optional Documents
* Other Document
* Transcripts
* Writing Sample/Publications
* Statement of Research Interests
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