Lead Online Course Developer - Digital Pedagogy

Schools4Sa; Remote; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A remote education organization is seeking a Lead Online Course Developer to design and implement engaging online courses. This remote position requires strong experience in instructional design, with a master's degree in Education or a related field. Ideal candidates should have expertise in adult learning theories and online pedagogy, with proficiency using LMS platforms and authoring tools. The role demands excellent communication and project management skills. Join a creative team committed to high academic standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in instructional design and online course development.
• Proven experience in leading course development projects and teams.
• Strong portfolio showcasing successful online course designs.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop comprehensive online courses.
• Create engaging and interactive learning materials.
• Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts to ensure content accuracy.

Skills

Instructional design

Online pedagogy

Communication skills

Collaboration

Project management

Education

Master's degree in Education or related field

Tools

Articulate Storyline

Adobe Captivate

LMS platforms (Canvas, Moodle, Blackboard)

Job description

Lead Online Course Developer - Digital Pedagogy

Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa

Our client is seeking an experienced and innovative Lead Online Course Developer to join their rapidly expanding remote education team. This fully remote position offers an exceptional opportunity for a creative individual passionate about digital learning and instructional design. You will be responsible for conceptualizing, designing, developing, and implementing engaging and effective online courses that meet high academic and pedagogical standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop comprehensive online courses, including curriculum, learning objectives, and assessments.
• Create engaging and interactive learning materials using various multimedia formats.
• Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to ensure content accuracy and pedagogical soundness.
• Utilize e-learning authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate) to build course modules.
• Manage and maintain courses within a Learning Management System (LMS).
• Provide guidance and feedback to a team of instructional designers and content creators.
• Conduct quality assurance reviews of online course content and delivery.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and technologies in online education and instructional design.
• Develop strategies for assessing student learning outcomes in an online environment.
• Manage multiple course development projects simultaneously from conception to completion.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Education, Instructional Design, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in instructional design and online course development.
• Proven experience in leading course development projects and teams.
• Expertise in adult learning theories and online pedagogy.
• Proficiency with LMS platforms (e.g., Canvas, Moodle, Blackboard) and authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline).
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and project management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fully remote, self-directed environment.
• Strong portfolio showcasing successful online course designs.

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