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This is a university teaching/research position. Appointment is either on Permanent and Pensionable terms or on a three (3) year renewable performance-based contract, depending on age, citizenship, or any other reason.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Collaborate with academic departments to design and develop high-quality online and distance learning courses and programs.
- Digital and manual processing of examinations to ensure integrity in the grading of students
- Ensure courses are aligned with academic standards, institutional goals, ODeL Policy and in line with the CUE regulations for online programs.
- To prepare students’ progress reports to help in decision making of the student.
- To lecture in area of specialization in accordance with the syllabus.
- To prepare teaching or learning materials and schemes of work for smooth running of the semester.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to online learning platforms for both faculty and students.
- Provide training and ongoing support for faculty members on how to use e-learning tools, develop online content, and engage students in a virtual environment.
- Assist faculty with designing and integrating assessments that align with learning objectives for online courses.
- Ensure that students are provided with all necessary resources to succeed in online learning (e.g., access to course materials, technology support, guidance on study strategies).
- Act as a liaison between students and faculty to address academic or technical challenges.
- Monitor the effectiveness of online and distance learning programs through regular assessments, surveys, and feedback from students and faculty.
- Maintain records of student enrollment, participation, and performance in online programs.
- Prepare reports for senior management regarding the performance and development of e-learning programs.
- Manage budgets for the development and administration of ODeL programs.
- Stay current with trends and best practices in online education and distance learning.
- Identify and evaluate new e-learning technologies, tools, and pedagogical strategies that could enhance the learning experience.
- Conduct research on student needs and satisfaction with online learning programs and recommend improvements.
