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eLearning Curriculum Intern (paid), Credo Reference, Boston, MA

Posted May 6, 2016

Immediate opening
 
The eLearning Curriculum Intern position will contribute to planning and writing materials for educational objects including courseware lessons, videos, tutorials, assessments, and rubrics on a variety of topics related to information literacy, research skills, and critical thinking. These materials will be geared primarily toward a higher ed audience with occasional K through 12 projects as well. Other responsibilities may include conducting research on topics such as best practices in instructional design for eLearning, standards in critical thinking, and information literacy education, to inform the creation of high quality, innovative content. The intern will work directly under the guidance and supervision of the Senior Educational Specialist in Curriculum & Instruction.

About the Position:

  • You will develop learning outcomes for ​courseware and client projects.
  • You will create scaffolded outlines for learning objects as needed.
  • You will write outlines and scripts for educational materials.
  • You will formulate, implement, and analyze assessments to measure success of learning outcomes.
  • You will research topics related to eLearning, information literacy, and critical thinking.
  • You will document all projects in the relevant systems.
  • You will work with Joomla CMS where you will perform some basic HTML coding.
  • You will contribute to discussions about process improvement.

About You:

  • You are enrolled in a graduate program such as education (with a focus on eLearning), information science, instructional technology, or library science.
  • You have a passion for research, educational outreach, and electronic resources.
  • You are an excellent communicator and have solid interpersonal skills.
  • You are comfortable with web 2.0 technologies and basic computing software.
  • You can multitask and prioritize and have the ability to manage workload through effective time management with attention to meeting multiple deadlines.
  • You are resourceful and take initiative with the goal of developing innovative solutions.
  • You are inquisitive, curious, and willing to learn.

About Credo:

Credo (http://corp.credoreference.com/) is an information skills solutions provider that serves educational institutions worldwide. We build platforms that enable the flexible configuration of content, technology, and services for the purpose of connecting learners, faculty and teachers, librarians, and publishers. Credo promotes knowledge building, problem solving, and critical thinking to give people the information skills necessary for success throughout their academic, professional, and personal lives.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and two writing samples (this can be from a school assignment) to [email protected].

Hours: 20 hours/week; flexible schedule between hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday

Our main office is located in Boston, but this intern can work remotely from home if not located in Boston area.

Compensation: $14/hour

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