The School of Therapeutic Sciences invites applications for an academic position for educational and instructional design purposes within eFundanathi. eFundanathi is a dynamic and innovative team who drive blended learning in the School of Therapeutic Sciences. Housed in the eZone, a 21st century learning environment, eFundanathi facilitates the use of technology embedded in the teaching and learning process. Joining this team places the incumbent at the cutting edge of health professional education, specifically in biomechanics, nursing, occupational therapy, pharmacy and physiotherapy. This is a full-time 2-year contract Lecturer position.
Brief DescriptionKey Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will have the following responsibilities:
Staff and Student Training and Support: Hold professional learning workshops and courses for staff/students on how to use software, online tools and technology in their teaching and learning activities.
Curriculum development and instructional design: Collaborate with lecturers on individual or team projects to re-design their curricula/learning modules to incorporate technology and blended learning. This is an end-to-end process of curriculum alignment and critical
appraisal of learning theories that best support the curriculum.
Develop or curate online content to design interactive blended learning activities for special projects in as part of the eFundanathi team in collaboration with lecturers in the School.
Research: Develop and implement a research plan that aligns with the vision of eFundanathi and the eZone for the purposes of higher degree and publication.
Participate in congresses and stay abreast on developments within the field. Actively engage with the local and international health professions education communities of practice.
Supervise or collaborate on research projects in the School that align with eFundanathi initiatives.
Administration: Perform administration tasks needed for the day-to-day management of the eZone (bookings, device management, setting up equipment etc.) and as a member of eFundanathi (assigned duties within the team).
Serve on School committees and University workgroups as assigned as part of academic citizenship.
Requirements:
A master's degree in a therapeutic sciences profession or in education (or working towards) with preference given to those who have a therapeutic sciences degree and a master's in health science/professions education or PGCHE or similar
Knowledge and experience of blended learning practice and instructional design with an understanding of pedagogy theories and teaching and learning practices preferably within Higher Education.
Minimum of 3 years' experience as an educator (lecturer/teacher).
Knowledge and skilled use of a variety of applicable software for productivity and learning (such as Office365, OpenOffice, web-applications), virtual learning environments (such as Moodie and Canvas).
Professional application of social networking media and practices (Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn)
An innovative thinker who is not afraid to share ideas.
Research experience.
Strong communication and training skills.
Project management and work-flow management with good team-work skills.
General administration skills.
Desirable attributes:
Basic media production (such as Canva or Adobe Creative Cloud).
PhD or working towards attaining a PhD in a health professional/ health professions education field
For more information, contact:
Eileen du Plooy, Tel. 011 717-3259; E-mail address: eileen.duploov@wits.ac.za
Closing Date: 29 November 2024
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