Develop instructional materials and products and assist in the technology-based redesign of courses. Assist faculty in learning about, becoming proficient in, and applying instructional technology.
<ul><li>Present and make recommendations regarding course design, technology, and instruction delivery options.</li><li>Define instructional, learning, or performance objectives.</li><li>Provide analytical support for the design and development of training curricula, learning strategies, educational policies, or courseware standards.</li><li>Interview subject-matter experts or conduct other research to develop instructional content.</li><li>Design learning products, including Web-based aids or electronic performance support systems.</li><li>Develop instructional materials and products for technology-based redesign of courses.</li><li>Design instructional aids for stand-alone or instructor-led classroom or online use.</li><li>Conduct needs assessments and strategic learning assessments to develop the basis for curriculum development or to update curricula.</li><li>Assess effectiveness and efficiency of instruction according to ease of instructional technology use and student learning, knowledge transfer, and satisfaction.</li><li>Develop instructional materials, such as lesson plans, handouts, or examinations.</li><li>Develop measurement tools to evaluate the effectiveness of instruction or training interventions.</li><li>Develop instruction or training roadmaps for online and blended learning programs.</li><li>Analyze performance data to determine effectiveness of instructional systems, courses, or instructional materials.</li><li>Research and evaluate emerging instructional technologies or methods.</li><li>Adapt instructional content or delivery methods for different levels or types of learners.</li><li>Edit instructional materials, such as books, simulation exercises, lesson plans, instructor guides, and tests.</li><li>Recommend instructional methods, such as individual or group instruction, self-study, lectures, demonstrations, simulation exercises, and role playing, appropriate for content and learner characteristics.</li><li>Teach instructors to use instructional technology or to integrate technology with teaching.</li><li>Recommend changes to curricula or delivery methods, based on information such as instructional effectiveness data, current or future performance requirements, feasibility, and costs.</li><li>Provide technical advice on the use of current instructional technologies, including computer-based training, desktop videoconferencing, multimedia, and distance learning technologies.</li><li>Observe and provide feedback on instructional techniques, presentation methods, or instructional aids.</li><li>Develop master course documentation or manuals according to applicable accreditation, certification, or other requirements.</li><li>Provide technical support to clients in the implementation of designed instruction or in task analyses and instructional systems design.</li></ul>