Chapter 24 takes a look at lessons learned from the chapter's author for obtaining a position in instructional design. Take a look at a few of the sources provided for job openings from lesson 1 and search for at least 3 positions that are of interest to you. Describe the general nature of the positions and list the skills required for the job. Do you have these skills?
Position 1
Link to posting: Instructor Web Design - Adjunct
Instructor of Web Design & Interactive Media Development:
The Art Institute of Dallas is a design, media arts and culinary arts post-secondary school offering bachelor’s and associate’s degrees in Culinary Arts, Graphic Design, Advertising, Interior Design, Digital Media Production, Video Production, Fashion Design, Web Design & Interactive Media, and Media Arts & Animation. The school is one of 31 Art Institutes located in major cities throughout North America. The Art Institutes have provided career-oriented education programs in design, media arts, fashion and culinary for over 35 years.
The Art Institute of Dallas is currently seeking a Web Programming Instructor for our Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Web Design and Interactive Media.
This person will instruct and facilitate meaningful learning in the course competencies in the curriculum and proactively support all facets of the learning environment. Provide career education through learner-centered instruction that will enable graduates to fulfill the evolving needs of the marketplace. Encourage a culture of learning that values mutual responsibility, life-long learning, diversity, and ethics as well as personal and professional development.
Position Requirements:
1. Master’s degree with a minimum of 18 masters-level credits in a programming, web design, interactive media or a related field.
- 2 – 4 years of industry experience required.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to act effectively as a member of a team.
5. Ability to interact successfully with academic as well as business and regulatory personnel.
6. Some night and weekend hours required.
7. Technical Competencies - Requires detailed knowledge of and demonstrable experience in web development using expert level information architecture techniques and development using XHTML, CSS, and JavaScript. In addition the candidate should be familiar with capturing, editing, encoding, and Internet streaming of audio and video.
8. Knowledge of additional web technologies such as Adobe Flash, PHP, podcasting, and distribution of different media types to mobile devices is a plus.
- Terminal degree and previous experience in an academic environment is preferred.
Do you have these skills?
I do have most of the required skills listed, but I do not have all of them. I expect to have more skills once I complete my last year at Texas A&M University Commerce. I am getting a lot of great experience working and continuing my education here at the university and I am excited for future career opportunities.
Position 2
Link to posting: Coordinator of Orientation and Transition Programs
Department Overview
The Division of Student Affairs supports the academic mission of the University of North Texas. The division is dedicated to providing a quality educational experience for students, and to help each feel appreciated within the university community. Student Affairs includes programs and services designed to support communication and career development, clarification of values and identity, intellectual growth, and the appreciation of diversity and global understanding. The division provides opportunities for students to develop responsible decision making abilities, quality communication skills, positive interpersonal relationships, exceptional leadership skills, and an appreciation of service to others. The Division of Student Affairs is committed to quality, efficient, and courteous services to students, alumni, faculty and staff.
Job Description
The University of North Texas is seeking candidates for the position of Coordinator of Orientation and Transition Programs, working specifically with Transfer Programs. The office of Orientation and Transition Programs is a department within the Division of Student Affairs and provides new transfer students with the tools necessary to make a smooth transition to UNT. The Coordinator reports to the Director and will assist in the development and implementation of programs intended to provide students with a position experience at the university.
The Division of Student Affairs supports the academic mission of the University of North Texas. The division is dedicated to providing a quality educational experience for students, and to help each feel appreciated within the university community. Student Affairs includes programs and services designed to support communication and career development, clarification of values and identity, intellectual growth, and the appreciation of diversity and global understanding. The division provides opportunities for students to develop responsible decision making abilities, quality communication skills, positive interpersonal relationships, exceptional leadership skills, and an appreciation of service to others. The Division of Student Affairs is committed to quality, efficient, and courteous services to students, alumni, faculty and staff.
Job Description
The University of North Texas is seeking candidates for the position of Coordinator of Orientation and Transition Programs, working specifically with Transfer Programs. The office of Orientation and Transition Programs is a department within the Division of Student Affairs and provides new transfer students with the tools necessary to make a smooth transition to UNT. The Coordinator reports to the Director and will assist in the development and implementation of programs intended to provide students with a position experience at the university.
The Coordinator of Orientation and Transition Programs job responsibilities include:
*Coordinate and provide leadership for all aspects of the Transfer Center
*Promote the Transfer Center to new students, as well as the larger campus community
*Assist in the development and implementation of the Transfer Orientation program
*Serve as advisor to Tau Sigma, the transfer honor society, and coordinate its induction ceremony each semester
*Develop and coordinate appropriate and/or innovative transfer programs that meet the needs of this population of students
*Maintain the development and implementation of the Transfer Ambassador Program, Transfer Talkbacks, and Deferred Scholars Program
*Maintain and strengthen partnership with Housing to support and provide programmatic opportunities with Transfer Wing(s), UNT's housing wing(s) devoted solely to our transfer student population
*Hire, train, and supervise student employees (Transfer Ambassadors) as well as graduate assistant(s)
*Sustain an awareness of current research trends in terms of the transfer student population
*Develop and maintain cooperative relationships with academic departments, faculty members, student affairs, and other university departments and offices
*Advance philosophies of student affairs and cultural diversity while actively promoting diversity in staffing, programming, and student leadership
*Assist in the development and implementation of assessments, evaluations, and research activities related to transfer students
*Support all programs and initiatives originating in the Orientation and Transition Programs office
*Assist with the development, revision, and distribution of marketing, educational, and informational publications and materials related to the Transfer Center
*Assist in the total development of the Division of Student Affairs through participation in university, division, and departmental committees
*Perform related duties as assigned by the Director
*Evening and weekend work will be required for orientation and various special programs
A successful candidate will posses excellent public speaking skills with experience in conducting training workshops, the ability to provide leadership and mentoring to student populations, the ability to simultaneously execute multiple projects, and demonstrate a commitment to diversity.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in related field and one year of student services, student affairs, counseling, advising, or related experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
*Considerable knowledge of University policies and procedures related to functional area (or ability to rapidly assimilate)
*Knowledge of Texas rules and regulations related to functional area (or ability to rapidly assimilate)
*Strong presentation skills
*Strong problem solving skills
*Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations verbally and in writing
*Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships
*Ability to work independently
*Knowledge of safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed
*Valid Texas Driver's License (or ability to obtain)
Preferred Qualifications
*Master's degree strongly preferred
*Excellent verbal and written communication, computer, and research skills
*Experience in networking across departments and programs
*Coordinate and provide leadership for all aspects of the Transfer Center
*Promote the Transfer Center to new students, as well as the larger campus community
*Assist in the development and implementation of the Transfer Orientation program
*Serve as advisor to Tau Sigma, the transfer honor society, and coordinate its induction ceremony each semester
*Develop and coordinate appropriate and/or innovative transfer programs that meet the needs of this population of students
*Maintain the development and implementation of the Transfer Ambassador Program, Transfer Talkbacks, and Deferred Scholars Program
*Maintain and strengthen partnership with Housing to support and provide programmatic opportunities with Transfer Wing(s), UNT's housing wing(s) devoted solely to our transfer student population
*Hire, train, and supervise student employees (Transfer Ambassadors) as well as graduate assistant(s)
*Sustain an awareness of current research trends in terms of the transfer student population
*Develop and maintain cooperative relationships with academic departments, faculty members, student affairs, and other university departments and offices
*Advance philosophies of student affairs and cultural diversity while actively promoting diversity in staffing, programming, and student leadership
*Assist in the development and implementation of assessments, evaluations, and research activities related to transfer students
*Support all programs and initiatives originating in the Orientation and Transition Programs office
*Assist with the development, revision, and distribution of marketing, educational, and informational publications and materials related to the Transfer Center
*Assist in the total development of the Division of Student Affairs through participation in university, division, and departmental committees
*Perform related duties as assigned by the Director
*Evening and weekend work will be required for orientation and various special programs
A successful candidate will posses excellent public speaking skills with experience in conducting training workshops, the ability to provide leadership and mentoring to student populations, the ability to simultaneously execute multiple projects, and demonstrate a commitment to diversity.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in related field and one year of student services, student affairs, counseling, advising, or related experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
*Considerable knowledge of University policies and procedures related to functional area (or ability to rapidly assimilate)
*Knowledge of Texas rules and regulations related to functional area (or ability to rapidly assimilate)
*Strong presentation skills
*Strong problem solving skills
*Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations verbally and in writing
*Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships
*Ability to work independently
*Knowledge of safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed
*Valid Texas Driver's License (or ability to obtain)
Preferred Qualifications
*Master's degree strongly preferred
*Excellent verbal and written communication, computer, and research skills
*Experience in networking across departments and programs
Do you have these skills?
I do meet the qualifications for this position. I am very interested in positions at Colleges and Universities because I enjoy working with college students who are trying to reach their goals. Working for a College institutions is wonderful in my opinion and I would love to work for a institution once I begin my career.
Job Description:
· Participates in the development and implementation of a variety of student development programs and college recruiting activities, classroom visits for the purpose of attracting and maintaining students and/or potential students including special populations or to provide information related to the departments function and services.
· Coordinates a variety of departmental activities, requisition relevant resources, plan and implement special projects, and/or organize and maintain department records and resources.
· May train faculty, staff and students on specific rules and regulations and institutional policies related to the area assigned (TSI, probation, retention, transfer, athletes, etc.).
· May coordinate and/or participate in the activities connected with orientation and advisement.
· May provide guidance and direction to clerical staff and part-time advisors as required and/or in the absence of Director.
· Performs related duties as assigned.
Requirements:
· Bachelor's degree or higher with course work in social science, psychology, human services, higher education or related area plus three years of experience in student development, higher education and/or academic advisement or Associates degree or higher with course work in social science, psychology, human services, higher education or related area plus five years of experience in student development, higher education, and/or academic advisement.
· Knowledge of computer technology and software applications in order to process registrations and to utilize specific software related to student advisement.
· Ability to deal extensively and effectively with a wide variety of individuals requiring excellent interpersonal skills, listening skills and communication skills in order to convince, influence and direct students as it relates to their academic goals.
· Excellent oral and written communications skills required. Ability to work extended hours beyond the regular 8:30 a.m. 5 p.m.work day during heavy registration peak times.
· Official transcripts may be required.
· A criminal background check may be conducted.
Do you have these skills?
I meet the requirements and I have the skills needed to perform the needs of this position. I would be thrilled to work for a college as a academic advisor. When I first started college I remember meeting up with an academic advisor and after our session I asked what to major in to work as an academic advisor. I was so impressed on how much she helped me that I wanted to be able to help other students as she helped me.
Remember that the field of instructional/educational technology is not just focused on education, but on business and industry as well. Look at the resources provided on page 258 in chapter 25 and select one of these links and complete the self assessment. What did you learn about yourself from the assessment?
What did you learn about yourself from the assessment?
I have taken so many online assessments that I knew what the results would be. I didn’t learn anything knew but I still enjoy taking these assessments to see if anything has changed. I will visit the site again to look at tips to help polish my resume and cover letter. I have a picture above showing my results of the skills assessment.
Chapter 26 lists several websites for professional organizations and websites for professional publications. Visit 2-3 websites for professional organizations and 2-3 websites for the professional publications and address the following:
Professional organizations: Academy of Human Resource Development (AHRD)
Link: (AHRD)
Mission: To develop a community of interest recognized as a global human resource development center of excellence that promotes ethical research and practice.
To influence and encourage the creation and systematic study of theories, processes, and techniques that advance human resource development.
To foster research-practice linkages
To disseminate knowledge of human resource development theories, processes, and techniques
To encourage the incorporation of research results into HRD degree and professional development programs.
To provide fellowship for individuals with scholarly and professional interests in human resource development
Cost of membership: Regular-$235.00 annually Student-$135.00 annually
Publications: Human Resource Development Quarterly, Human Resource Development Review, Human Resource Development International, Advances in Developing Human Resources
Conferences and meetings: 2011 UFHRD/AHRD Conference
2011: February 21 – 28, Chicago, Illinois2012: February 27 – March 4, Denver, Colorado
2013: February 11 – 18, Washington, D.C.
Opportunities for professional development: You had to register to access the development opportunities page although I did find the information below.
As a member, you will receive:
· Opportunities to advance the field of HRD through the work of the Academy
· A subscription to all four (4) Academy-sponsored scholarly journals (does not apply to SIG members)
o Advances in Developing Human Resources (6 issues per year)
o Human Resource Development International (5 issues per year)
o Human Resource Development Quarterly (published quarterly)
o Human Resource Development Review (published quarterly)
· Subscription to the monthly on-line newsletter, The Digest
· Subscription to the AHRD listserv for timely academic conference and employment information
· Reduced rates on the annual AHRD International Research Conference in The Americas (does not apply to SIG members)
· Opportunities for professional publishing and research dissemination
· Opportunities to meet, collaborate, and socialize with other scholars in HRD
Professional organizations: Association for Educational Communications and Technology
Link: (AECT)
Mission: The mission of the Association for Educational Communications and Technology is to provide international leadership by promoting scholarship and best practices in the creation, use, and management of technologies for effective teaching and learning in a wide range of settings
Cost of membership:
Regular Membership: $125.00
Student Membership: $75.00
Publications: Educational Technology Research and Development, TechTrends - Linking Research and Practice to Improve Learning, Instructional Science, Educational Media and Technology Yearbook ,
Conferences and meetings:
2011 AECT International Convention , November 8-12, 2011 Jacksonville, Florida
Opportunities for professional development:
- Subscription to TechTrends
- Discount for subscription to ETR&D
- Discount for subscription to Quarterly Review of Distance Education
- Discount on AECT publications
- Discount with Geico automobile insurance
- Affinity Card (with credit approval)
- Online Services
- Membership Directory
- Discount to Annual Conference
- Summer Leadership Institute
- Specialized Division membership
- Access to Online Publications like:
- Tech Trends
- Educational Technology Research and Development
- Handbook for Research in Educational Technology
- Getting Started in Instructional Technology Research
- ...and more
- Access to Divisional Listservs
- Specialized Division membership
Professional publications: American Journal of Distance Education
Link: (AJDE)
Focus/Goals of the journal: For teachers in schools, colleges, and universities; trainers in corporate, military, and professional fields; adult educators; researchers; and other specialists in education, training, and communications.
Submission guidelines: AJDE encourages the submission of articles about methods and techniques of teaching at a distance, about learning, and about management and administration but also encourages authors to write about policies, theories, and values that drive distance education. Articles should be based on research, although all methods and approaches to research are welcome. Authors are advised to ensure that their work is appropriately grounded in a review of existing literature. Submissions are accepted with the understanding that they will be subject to review and editorial revision and that they neither have been nor will be published elsewhere.
Link to more info about guidelines: http://www.learngen.org/research/submissionguide/techamerican.html
Is this a peer reviewed journal? Yes, journal is peer reviewed
Is the journal online? Yes, journal is online
Professional publications: American Educational Research Journal
Professional publications: American Educational Research Journal
Link: http://www.aera.net/
Focus/Goals of the journal: American Educational Research Journal
Statement of Purpose
The American Educational Research Journal has as its purpose to carry original empirical and theoretical studies and analyses in education. The editors seek to publish articles from a wide variety of academic disciplines and substantive fields; they are looking for clear and significant contributions to the understanding and/or improvement of educational processes and outcomes. Manuscripts not appropriate for submission to this journal include essays, reviews, course evaluations, and brief reports of studies to address a narrow question.
Section on Social and Institutional Analysis (SIA)
The Social and Institutional Analysis section of AERJ publishes scholarly research that addresses significant political, cultural, social, economic, and organizational issues in education. This section publishes research analyzing the broader contextual and organizational factors affecting teaching and learning, the links between those factors and the nature and processes of schooling, and the ways that such "external" domains are conceptualized in research, policy, and practice. The section invites manuscripts that advance the theoretical understandings of the social and institutional contexts of education and that encompass the diverse communities of schooling and educational research to achieve social justice in education. The Social and Institutional Analysis section welcomes research across a wide range of methodological paradigms, including ethnographic, historical, narrative, legal, experimental/quantitative, critical, and interpretive approaches; the section also invites studies that make the nature and uses of educational research itself the subject of social and cultural inquiry.
Section on Teaching, Learning, and Human Development (TLHD)
The Section on Teaching, Learning, and Human Development (TLHD) publishes research articles that explore the processes and outcomes of teaching, learning, and human development at all educational levels and in both formal and informal settings. This section also welcomes policy research related to teaching, learning, and learning to teach. It publishes articles that represent a wide range of academic disciplines and use a variety of research methods.
Submission guidelines: General Information for Contributors
Specifications for Manuscripts
The preferred style guide for all AERA journals is the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, 5th ed., 2001. The only exception is the Social and Institutional Analysis section of the American Educational Research Journal. Contributors to that section may, if they wish, useThe Chicago Manual of Style, 15th ed., 2003. If a manuscript that is accepted for that section does not use author-date citation, the author will need to reformat it for publication in author-date style, following either the APA or Chicago manual.
Manuscripts should be typed on 8 1/2 x 11-inch white paper, upper and lower case, double spaced in entirety, with 1-inch margins on all sides. The type size should be at least 10 pitch (CPI) or 12 point. Subheads should be at reasonable intervals to break the monotony of lengthy text. Words to be set in italics (contrary to the rules of the style manual) should be set in italics, not underlined; sentence structure should be used to create emphasis. Abbreviations and acronyms should be spelled out at first mention unless they are found as entries in their abbreviated form in the Merriam-Webster's Collegiate Dictionary, 11th ed., 2003 (e.g., IQ needs no explanation).
Pages should be numbered consecutively, beginning with the page after the title page. Mathematical symbols and Greek letters should be clearly marked to indicate italics, boldface, superscript, and subscript.
Requirements for Computer Disks
A 3.5-inch computer disk should be sent to the editor once an article has been accepted. (The disk may accompany the manuscript for book reviews.) The computer file must contain all revisions and must agree with the final version of the manuscript. We prefer a file in Microsoft Word for Windows, but can convert from RTF and WordPerfect. Tables and figures should be included on disk and hard copy.
It would be most helpful if you would use the following practices in typing your manuscript on disk:
- Continue to follow the APA Manual to differentiate among subhead levels; the managing editor will convert these to the proper codes.
- Type only one space after a period or other punctuation.
- Begin each paragraph with a tab, not the space bar.
- In text, use hard returns only at the ends of paragraphs, heads, and subheads. Do not use hard returns in block quotations.
- Despite the instructions in the APA Manual, do not use indents or margin changes in the References. Just type straight copy and use one hard return at the end of each entry.
- Type footnotes in as normal text at the end of the text section of the manuscript rather than as part of the footnote or endnote feature of a computer program.
Is this a peer reviewed journal? Yes
Is the journal online? Yes
How is the journal and organization useful to you and your career? Were you aware of the organizations/journals that you researched? No, I was not aware of the organizations nor the journals that I researched. The journals and organizations were useful to me because I will be able to use this as a tool to learn more information that will benefit me in the future. I think joining one of the organizations would be a great way to network as well. I will definitely keep note of both “Organizations & Journals” for future use.
Chapter 27 looks at competencies for instructional design and technology professionals. If you were responsible for identifying the domains, competencies, and performance statements for a performance technologist, what would they include and why?
The book introduces several competencies that were very interesting to read about. If I were responsible for identifying the domains, competencies, and performance statements for a performance technologist I would be sure to include the following:
Domain 1 Development
· Competency 1: Develop Instructional materials
· Competency 2: Use technology to enhance the training function
Domain 2 Design
· Competency 3: Design instruction that reflects an understanding of the diversity of learners and groups of learners.
· Competency 4: Select, modify, or create a design and development model appropriate for a given project.
Domain 3 Evaluation
· Competency 5: Assess learning and performance
· Competency 6: Evaluate instructional effectiveness
Domain 4 Utilization
· Competency 7: Apply leadership techniques with individuals and groups
Domain 5 Management
· Competency 8: Be honest and fair in all facets of one’s work. Share skills and knowledge with other professionals. Acknowledge the contributions of others.
I would use this plan because the domains and competencies are important and seem like they would help in the process of a successful plan.
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