Job Summary
As a Learning Technologist (2 year contract), job holder will be part of the CDLT Team of Yayasan MENDAKI (“MENDAKI”). The Team is responsible for all curriculum development (including learning pedagogy) and evaluation of MENDAKI’s educational and community programmes administered by the Growth Group as well as instructional design and integration of technology to enhance the learning process.
The job holder is responsible for evaluating emerging technology related to education and implementing viable technology to enhance teaching and learning. The job holder is required to work closely with stakeholders and vendors to ensure that the technology is adopted successfully with continuity through the provision of technical assistance, training, and the creation of self-help resources for users.
- Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and tools for learning (e.g. Articulate 360, Google Suite etc.)
- Scan for emerging technologies and evaluate the pedagogical affordances.
Participate in or lead special projects as required
Key Responsibility Areas
Technology Integration:
- Collaborate witheducators and instructional designers to integrate learning technologies into curriculum development and delivery.
- Stay current with advancements in educational technology to recommend and implement innovative solutions.
Educational Technology Research:
- Conduct research on emerging educational technologies and trends, evaluating their potential to enhance teaching and learning.
- Make recommendations for the adoption of new technologies based on pedagogical benefits and organizational goals.
Digital ContentDevelopment:
- Work with learning designers to develop and enhance digital content, including interactive multimedia, simulations, ande-learning modules.
- Ensure thatdigital content alignswith instructional objectives and effectively utilizes available technologies.
Training and Professional Development:
- Conduct training sessions for educators and administers on the effective use of learning technologies and digital tools.
Collaboration with Stakeholders:
- Collaborate witheducators, instructional designers, and administrators to understand technological needs and challenges.
- Facilitate communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders to ensure a cohesive and effective integration of technology.
User Support and Troubleshooting:
- Serve as a pointof contact for users experiencing technical issues related to learning technologies.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issuespromptly, providing clearand user-friendly instructions.
Accessibility and Inclusivity:
- Ensure that learning technologies and digital content comply with accessibility standards, making educational resources inclusive for all learners.
- Advocate forthe importance of accessibility in technology-enhanced learning environments.
Data Analysis and Reporting:
- Utilize dataanalytics tools to assess theeffectiveness of learning technologies and digital resources.
- Generate reports on usage metrics, user engagement, andother relevant data for decision-making.
Quality Assurance:
- Conduct regularaudits to identify and address any issues or improvements needed.
Professional Development:
- Participate in professional networks and communities related to educational technology.
- Attend conferences and workshops to stay informed about the latesttrends and best practices in the field.
Requirements
- Degree holders with at least3 years of experience in the fieldof learning technology
- Self-driven individual with a positive and proactive attitude to drive implementation.
- Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, able to multi-task effectively and possess project management skills.
- Good communication and interpersonal skillsand able to work collaboratively internally and with external partners.
- Resourceful Teamplayer who can work independently and display initiative.
- Participate in special projects on teaching and learning as required.