University Course Developer (Mathematics, Statistics & Physics) at Miva Open University

Miva Open University is a Pan-African Open Distance e-Learning University that is committed to enabling learners reach their maximum potential by delivering top-tier tertiary education services through the use of high-quality content and immersive practical experiences.

We believe that the traditional brick-and-mortar approach to tertiary education is no longer a viable option in serving learners on the African continent. Our approach is to consistently maximise media and technology for high efficacy and quality, combined with practical experience that offers and ensures exceptional learner experience that exceeds standards currently found on the African continent.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: University Course Developer (Mathematics, Statistics & Physics)

Location: Nigeria

Job Description

• As a University Course Developer, you will be responsible for creating video lessons based on modules within the First Year courses for the several Bachelor of Science degrees at Miva Open University.

Responsibilities
Your specific roles will include:

• Develop, design and create course curricula, content, materials, and assessments for online learning.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts and instructional designers to identify course goals and objectives.
• Utilise instructional design principles and adult learning theories to create and deliver engaging and effective course content.
• Ensure course content is aligned with industry standards and accreditation requirements.
• Curate scripts and slides for video lessons covering a full semester’s work in the Department of Mathematics, Statistics & Physics.
• Studio recording of greater than or equal to 24 short video lessons (7-10 minutes) with overviews course units, another greater than or equal to 36 longer video lessons with slides (40-50 minutes), with deep dives into units within course modules. Total studio time is estimated to be around 60 hours. Your contract will also factor in planning, preparation and evaluation hours (PPE).
• Curate assessment items consisting of quizzes and discussions for self-reflection and tutor grading.

Other Information:

• First-year Mathematics, Statistics & Physics courses include:
  • Elementary Mathematics I (Algebra & Trigonometry)
  • Elementary Mathematics II (Calculus)
  • Descriptive Statistics
  • Business Mathematics I & II
  • General Physics I (Mechanics)
  • General Physics II (Electricity & Magnetism)
• You will be required to take on one of these courses. We will provide you with frameworks from the (Nigerian) National Universities Commission.
• At the heart of this is your creativity with delivery, bringing in impactful anecdotes and case studies that keep students engaged with contemporary content.

Remuneration
N1,500,000 - N2,500,000 / Annum (depending on scope and experience).

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications to: [email protected] with “ Tertiary Course Developer, Mathematics, Statistics & Physics” as the subject of the email.

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