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Tina Bale - EDTECH 503

Synthesis: Job Description

Instructional Designer Technology Integration Coordinator We have an open position for someone with a proven track record in designing engaging instructional content and successful collaboration. Other vital experience is knowledge of school funding/ budgets, common core standards, NETS technology standards, and accountability measures related to no child left behind (NCLB) and adequate yearly progress (AYP). This position was created for a leader to work in conjunction with teaching professionals in our school district, and refine instructional materials, utilizing best practices and technology as the means to that end. The primary responsibility is to assist teachers by first examining the instructional content, and then developing ways to improve upon existing methodologies. The goal is to make revisions that improve upon the content and method of delivery, which in turn leads to improved student motivation and achievement. This is a contract position requiring a master degree in a related field. Prior experience in technology integration and instructional design is preferred. Work completed as an intern, and some educational experience may be considered in lieu of experience. Another essential requirement for this position is first-class interpersonal skills. This is a leadership position that requires you have the ability to cooperate and adapt to varied philosophies, practices, and experience levels. The main goal is to collaborate with the teachers who will be applying the instructional methods, discern the best course of actionbased on individual situationsand implement that strategy. Creative problem solving skills are needed in order to be successful in this position. The ability to assess problems and find the unique solution to each problem can only be accomplished by resolving problems with ingenuity. This position requires the keen ability to accurately assess outcomes, and make the appropriate modifications to ensure higher levels of success. Summary of key Responsibilities:

Develop and organize workshops, lectures, and training for faculty applying instructional design strategies. Train faculty and staff in the application of instructional design, and methods for appropriate and effective use of technology in teaching. Evaluate current methodologies, based on established practices, and how the teacher relates this to their own philosophies Make revisions and further recommendations, based on the needs of each situation. Collaborate with faculty on current use and experience integrating technology as a tool. Provide resource assistance to faculty, so they can use technologies in their classroom.

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Consider unique variables in each situation, and apply appropriate strategy: training, assistance, hardware and/or software resources. Maintain currency in the profession of instructional technology, and the positive and negative impacts of the Internet and multimedia technologies. Use of problem solving to find solutions to existing challenges. Supervise and lead a diverse team of professionals while fostering a cooperative and creative work environment. Evaluate the outcome of the instructional design, after the strategy is implemented. Make recommendations based on the evaluation, and include revised strategies likely to provide a solution to existing and/or potential problems. The ability to identify with diverse faculty and convey how technology can be used in their classroom to engage students, enhance learning, and provide accurate and effective alternatives to assist with evaluations.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Background:

M.A. degree in related field; education, business, instructional design, information technology, or project management Knowledge and experience in classroom management, project management, and planning and implementation. Demonstrated ability to supervise and provide leadership for a diverse team of professionals. Knowledge of current and emerging instructional design theory. Ability to work and communicate effectively with diverse constituencies. Evidence of critical thinking, problem solving, negotiation, and conflict management skills. Background in school funding, policies and procedures. Knowledge of grade level standards: common core and technology standards, established by ISTE(NETS) Solid understanding of the theories influencing educational practices. Understanding of new Technology performance standards for teachers. Knowledge of the reasoning behind utilizing technology as a tool to enhance education. Background knowledge of both pros and cons of integrating instructional technology.

Reflection: Differences Instructional Designer and Teacher

The specific duties performed by teachers are not the same as those required of the instructional designer. Prior to analyzing the differences between them, I failed to consider the complexities of both of them. I also blurred the lines of the duties for each position. One of the most obvious differences is the responsibilities of the designer compared to those of the teacher. The designer creates the content and suggests ways for effective delivery. The teacher must decide on the most appropriate content and method of delivery, based on their student population. The

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designer creates for a very broad audience, and the teacher makes adjustment based on available resources and student population. The designers role includes extensive research and planning, on a larger scale. While the teachers apply this design, on a smaller, more intimate scale. Instructional Designers include teachers as an integral and separate component in their process. Thus the role of the teacher is separate and distinct from that of the instructional designer. Just as the designer must consider the audience, the teacher has the challenge of assessing a diverse student audience, and determining what and how to present. A thorough designer has a difficult job when it comes to accurately evaluating a diverse audience; they are creating for an even broader audience than the teacher presenting the material to a diverse classroom of students. The varied skill and experience level of a diverse population is one of the reasons instructional designers must be systematic in their design methods. The instructional designer must consider variations among the teachers, in addition to the students. Designers need to have an understanding of current best practices, and how this will be interpreted by those implementing the material in their design. While the jobs of teacher and instructional designer are interrelated, they are distinct and separate parts of a large and complex process. In summary, the first difference is the separate roles of the teacher and designer. The role of the teacher is to present the material. The designer creates the content and determines creative ways to deliver the content, to help with student engagement. What and how things are presented will vary greatly, based on the teachers philosophies, skills, experience and knowledge. A second distinction is what and how things are evaluated. The designer looks at the impact of instructional design on improved learning environments, and the teacher evaluates the outcome based on individual student achievement. The final distinction is highlighting how they are both separate but connected on a small and large scale, in a continually changing process. While each profession plays a separate role in education, they share the same goal. Both teachers and designers aim to improve student learning by developing and applying the most effective teaching strategies. Each plays a vital role, at a different level of the process.

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