Instruction Design and Technology Specialist at University of Oklahoma in Norman, Oklahoma

Job Description:

Crafts, delivers, and supports standards-based curriculum for students, professional learning experiences for educators, and college and career readiness activities for stakeholders. Identifies meaningful learning outcomes and selects the most appropriate instructional approach (face-to-face, hybrid, or online) to fully realize those objectives.

Essential Duties:

• Designs, develops, and maintains online learning resources by leveraging eLearning tools and trends to engage the remote learner.


• Evaluates eLearning programs and makes recommendations for improvement.


• Conducts needs assessments.


• Employs a variety of learning methods and emerging technologies to reach learning outcomes.


• Identifies appropriate evaluation techniques and applies them to measure the impact of the learning experience.


• Conducts literature reviews of theory and evidence-based practices.


• Practices learner-centered instructional methods and alternatives to lectures that accommodate the different learning styles of adults.


• Manages projects


• Facilitates documentation (surveys, assessments, and observations) of selected activities, behaviors, and outcomes.


• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

Required Education: Bachelors degree, AND:

• 24 months experience working in an instructional design position.

Equivalency Substitution: Will accept 48 months of related experience in lieu of the Bachelors degree for a total of 72 months of related experience.

Skills:

• Experience designing college level curriculum, especially the development of a full curriculum preferred.


• Experience with online learning and or the development of online curriculum highly valued.


• Demonstrated project management skills.


• Excellent communication and organizational skills.


• Ability to work independently as well as collegially with other staff members.

Advertised Physical Requirements:

• Physical: Sit for prolonged periods.  


• Use of a computer and telephone.


• Ability to engage in repetitive motions.  


• Communicate effectively and listen. 


• Environmental: Standard Office Environment.

Departmental Preferences:

• In addition to instructional design duties, this role includes managing the operations of the Audio Visual Studio to support multimedia production and interactive learning content. The Insructional designer will also oversee the administration of the Knack Tutoring software, ensuring a seamless and effective experience for both students and tutors. This unique combination of responsibilities offers a dynamic opportunity to impact the learning journey of our students through both innovative course design and technology management.

Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing.

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma fosters an inclusive culture of respect and civility, belonging, and access, which are essential to our collective pursuit of excellence and our determination to change lives. The unique talents, perspectives, and experiences of our community enrich the learning, and working environment at OU, inspiring us to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health care services that the University operates or provides.

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