Link for aplications is embedded; queries to Todd Ensign at bottom of
the post.
Dan M
Dan MacIsaac, Associate Professor of Physics, SUNY-Buffalo State College
222SciBldg BSC, 1300 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo NY 14222 USA 716-878-3802
<macisadl@buffalostate.edu> <http://PhysicsEd.BuffaloState.edu>
Fairmont State is currently accepting applications for the following
position:
Position Information
Position Title
Online Course Development Coordinator / Temporary Instructor
Department
College of Science & Technology (FSU)
Requisition Number
20070030
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Primary responsibility for coordinating the design,
development and initial offerings of online versions of the content
courses comprising the physics teaching specialization, as well as an
astronomy course.
2. Coordination of geographically distributed content and
pedagogy experts, including organization of face to face and
electronic conferences.
3. Teaching assignments as appropriate to educational background.
4. Completion of the online graduate certificate program in
online learning through Fairmont (if equivalent program has not
previously been completed).
5. Serve as resource for college faculty
a. Assist College faculty with converting traditional and
creating new online course materials that comply with the TEACH Act
and Section 508 accessibility guidelines,
b. Provide consulting for College faculty and staff on WebCT/
Vista, Horizon Wimba, Respondus and other Vista plug-ins
c. Create audio, video, and graphics files for inclusion in
online courses
d. Identify existing resources and models that can be used to
enhance online course development
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree
Major in physics or equivalent coursework in physics
Demonstrated experience with the development and use of materials and
strategies for online learning
Preferred Qualifications
Graduate coursework or degree; field open (scientific, educational
and/or instructional technology emphasis preferred.)
Experience in supporting learning (especially in the physical
sciences) with Web-based technologies, including the design and
development of materials that are consistent with sound instructional
design principles for online learning.
Demonstrated ability to manage projects, meet project timelines, and
coordinate the input of a geographically distributed group of project
participants.
Notes to Applicants
This position is grant funded and continued funding for the next
three years is anticipated. For more information about this project
please visit http://www.fairmontstate.edu/academics/CollegeofSciTech/
OnlinePhysics.asp
All of the following are required for application.
1. An online application; paper applications can not be accepted
2. A resume (attached in the appropriate area of your application)
3. Transcripts, unofficial copies may be scanned and attached
to your online application. If you are unable to scan and attach your
transcripts in this way, you may mail them to the address below
(legible copies are acceptable)
4. An electronic portfolio of materials that demonstrates your
ability to design web pages and other online course materials. You
are welcome to provide a hyperlink to the portfolio (with any needed
password information), send us a CD (to the address below), or attach
a portfolio as the "other document." In the latter case, all of the
information needs to be scanned and attached as one file, either Word
or pdf.
5. A cover letter (attached in the appropriate area of your
application) that clearly addresses as many as possible of the
following questions.
1. Describe why you are attracted to a position that involves
converting physics content and teaching strategies into an effective
online form.
2. Describe your experiences with development of online
courses, development of web-based course materials, and/or conversion
of traditional teaching materials into electronic formats for online
learning.
3. Describe experiences that demonstrate your abilities to
successfully manage projects.
4. Describe your experience with teaching online courses. (If
you have not taught an online course, you can discuss experiences
taking online courses or your philosophy of online learning.)
5. Describe your experiences with the use of WebCT/Vista or
other course management systems.
6. Provide the name, position, title, phone number and email
address for three professional references. Please also explain how
you know each person.
7. Please explain how you are transmitting your electronic
portfolio.
Office of the Dean
Online Physics Project Coordinator Search
College of Science and Technology
Fairmont State University
1201 Locust Ave.
Fairmont, WV 26554
Special Conditions
Salary
$45,000
Type of Position
Faculty Equiv Academic Professional (FEAP)
Job Open Date
10-17-2006
Full Consideration Date
11-12-2006
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Appointment Length
July 1 - June 30 (12 mo)
Pay Grade
Not Applicable
Internal Recruitment only?
No
Benefits Eligible?
Yes
For a more detailed job description, refer to the listed requisition
number and apply online at:
www.fairmontstatejobs.com
on any computer with Internet access. A computer with staff are
available to assist you at:
Fairmont State Human Resources Office
1201 Locust Avenue
324 Hardway Hall
(304) 367-4383
FAIRMONT STATE IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY INSTITUTION.
INDIVIDUALS FROM TRADITIONALLY UNDER REPRESENTED
GROUPS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
Todd I. Ensign
Program Manager
Educator Resource Center
NASA IV&V Facility
100 University Dr.
Fairmont, WV 26554
(v) 304.367.8438
(f) 304.367.8213
(e) todd.ensign@ivv.nasa.gov
(w) http://erc.ivv.nasa.gov