Sessional Lecturer: CTL5046H - Spcl Topics in Curriculum: Master's Level- Games & Lrning

University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Toronto seeks a Sessional Lecturer for the course 'Special Topics in Curriculum: Master's Level- Games & Learning'. This role involves preparing and teaching a graduate-level course exploring game theory and educational game design from September to December 2023. Candidates must hold a doctorate and have expertise in the subject matter, along with teaching experience.

Qualifications

• Doctorate degree required.
• Demonstrated mastery through scholarly publications.
• Preferred: Prior graduate teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, organize, and teach the course.
• Evaluate and provide feedback on student work.
• Be available for student assistance.

Skills

Mastery of subject area

Graduate teaching experience

Education

Doctorate degree in a relevant discipline

Job description

Sessional Lecturer: CTL5046H - Spcl Topics in Curriculum: Master's Level- Games & Lrning

Pay Competitive

Employment type Full-Time

Job Description

Req#: 31777

Date Posted: 06/06/2023
Req ID: 31777
Faculty/Division: OISE/UT
Department: Dept of Curriculum, Teaching & Learning
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

This course explores the fundamentals of game theory & research related to games & learning. Through theoretical readings, case studies, critical analysis and design exercises, the learning potential within games will be explored. Important elements of games such as goal setting, feedback loops, self-assessment, motivation, and social learning will be investigated. A deep analysis of the "situation game " will be conducted. The main assignment involves the creation of an educational game to be beta-tested and developed. Creative and design processes will be discussed and provide guidance during game creation.

Estimated course enrolment: 25

Estimated TA support: None

Class schedule: See job application site for schedule and mode of teaching

Sessional dates of appointment: September 2023 to December 2023

Salary: As of September 01, 2021, the minimum stipend is $8,489.67 (inclusive of vacation pay) for a half credit course. Salary may be prorated based on the appointment percentage. Please note that should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.


Minimum qualifications: Candidates should possess a doctorate degree in a relevant discipline and demonstrated currency and mastery of the subject area. Mastery may be demonstrated, but not limited to scholarly publications establishing expertise in the area.

Preferred qualifications: Over and above the minimum qualifications, preference will be given to individuals with prior graduate teaching experience in this area.

Description of duties: Prepare, organize, and teach this course; be available to students seeking assistance between classes; evaluate and provide students with feedback on their work.

Additional Notes: See job application site for additional notes, if any.

Application instructions: Please indicate in a letter of application why you believe your experience qualifies you to teach this particular course. Please include a current CV and names of three referees in your cover-letter. If you are selected for an interview, we will notify you to provide reference letters. Please apply at: https://hiring.oise.utoronto.ca/sl/sessional_lecturer_jobs

Closing Date: 06/27/2023, 11:59PM EDT
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This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement.

It is understood that some announcements of vacancies are tentative, pending final course determinations and enrolment. Should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.

Please note: Undergraduate or graduate students and postdoctoral fellows of the University of Toronto are covered by the CUPE 3902 Unit 1 collective agreement rather than the Unit 3 collective agreement, and should not apply for positions posted under the Unit 3 collective agreement.

About the company

The University of Toronto is a public research university in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, located on the grounds that surround Queen's Park.

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