Metropolitan State University of Denver · 9 hours ago
Course Developer I
Denver, Colorado
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
$58,189/mo - $65,462/moMetropolitan State University of Denver is seeking a Course Developer I to join their Instructional Design group in the Center for Teaching, Learning and Design. This role involves developing and maintaining online and hybrid courses, collaborating with instructional designers, and implementing instructional design practices to enhance educational experiences.
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Responsibilities
Develops, tests and maintains courses primarily in online and hybrid delivery modes, including attention to issues such as content sequencing, flow of information and relevancy of media and other technologies
Designs, develops and implements electronic instructional materials (e.g., animations, interactive elements, simulations, video, etc.) using content authoring and management tools (e.g., Adobe Suite, Camtasia Studio, Canvas, HTML5, Moodle, Flash, SCORM, etc.)
Designs and implements modern instructional design and engaging user experiences while incorporating ADA Section 508 guidelines
Works with complex source material and within detailed development cycles, keeping both the process and the content highly accessible, streamlined, and focused for collaborators and stakeholders
Develops, manages, and adheres to course development schedules while communicating effectively with stakeholders and colleagues
Recommends, reviews, implements and updates instructional design processes and procedures
Works to develop a welcoming, collaborative environment across the entire Instructional Design group
Works closely with the Senior Instructional Designer they report to in tracking the status of all projects
Plans and develops online training materials, which may include technical writing, in alignment with established guidelines and needs of the department, faculty, staff and students
Supports events, conferences and workshops sponsored by the Center for Teaching, Learning and Design
Works to gain knowledge and expertise in instructional design
Other duties, as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in educational technology, instructional design, teaching, information systems, information technology, technical communications, or instructional technology. (Two years of work experience may be substituted for each year of education)
Experience implementing instructional design practices and course improvement models
Experience with learning management systems
Experience with public speaking and giving professional presentations
Experience with technical writing
Preferred
Master's Degree in educational technology, instructional design, teaching, or related field
Experience as an instructional designer
Experience using content authoring and management tools (e.g., Adobe Suite, Camtasia Studio, Canvas, HTML5, Moodle, SCORM, etc.)
Experience using MSU Denver's current Learning Management Systems (LMS). (e.g., Canvas)
Experience running conferences or similar events
Experience applying course quality improvement using national standards (e.g., Quality Matters)
Experience with graphic design in an instructional design context
Knowledge of research-based instructional strategies and experience in discussing those with faculty
Knowledge of federal and state law related to usability and accessibility (ADA Section 508)
Experience using analytics to foster student learning (e.g., Canvas Analytics)
Experience developing scripting, interactive web tools or other applications
Benefits
Medical
Vision and dental
Free RTD pass
Tuition reimbursement
Life and supplemental insurance plans
Retirement plans
Access to a long-term disability (LTD) plan
Company
Metropolitan State University of Denver
The Metropolitan State University of Denver is a public university located in Denver, in the U.S. state of Colorado.
Founded in 1965
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.1MKey Investors
US Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administation
2023-09-28Grant· $0.1M
Leadership Team
Jim Carpenter
Chief Financial Officer
Bob Amend
Interim Chief Academic and Administrative Officer
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