| ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Establish a comprehensive faculty development program and review teaching materials and methods for instructors, provide guidance on course content and delivery effectiveness, and serve as a resource in implementing appropriate pedagogical initiatives for course materials. Develop and maintain a program to monitor and assess the effectiveness of online courses and programs and to continuously improve training course material (equipment, presentation, and modes of delivery). In collaboration with the Instructional Technology Specialist, develop and maintain a training course for new instructors to orient them to essential Canvas functions and pedagogical strategies. Serve as chair of the Instructional Task Force, responsible for developing and implementing policies and procedures that support instructional quality and innovation across all teaching modalities. Oversee the online peer review process, ensuring that courses meet established standards of instructional effectiveness and that faculty receive constructive feedback to enhance teaching and learning Direct the activities of the Online Support Specialist, the Instructional Technology Specialist, and student workers. Work collaboratively with technical support staff to ensure that effective instructional technologies and delivery systems are in place to support teaching and learning across all modalities. Recommend and implement appropriate classroom and instructional technologies that enhance faculty effectiveness and student engagement. Maintain technical fluency and current knowledge of the College’s learning management system, instructional technologies, and relevant training methods. Collaborate with faculty and academic teams focused on teaching and pedagogy to ensure best practices are implemented across all instructional modalities. Stay informed of emerging tools and approaches that enhance teaching effectiveness and student learning outcomes. Other duties and special projects as assigned. |