Part-time Reviewers/writers, Content & Language Editors – Botswana Open University
Part-time Reviewers/writers, Content & Language Editors – Botswana Open University
Botswana Open University (BOU) is looking for suitably qualified and duty conscious part-time reviewers/writers and editors to review/write and edit distance education instructional materials for the Diploma and Degree in Integrated Early Childhood Development Programmes (DIECD & BA).
Duties
The successful candidate will be expected to:
- review and write courses and submit to the content editor
- the content editor edits the courses in order to satisfy the quality standards processes set by the University
Qualifications
- PhD in Early Childhood Education
- Candidates must be BOA Accredited as an Assessor/ Moderator
- Masters Degree in Early Childhood Education/ Development
- Masters Degree with components from a diverse background including any of the following
Primary Education
- Music Education
- Educational Research
Reviewers/writers and editors are required for the following courses:
- Child Psychology
- Communication Skills In Teaching
- Diversity And Teaching In Multicultural Class
- Education Teachers & Teaching
- Socio-Education
- Play And Pedagogy
- It Essentials
- Language And Cognitive Development
- Language Proficiency In English
- Curriculum And Pedagogy
- Teaching And Learning In The Digital Age
- Research Methodology In Education
- Teaching Mathematics for Understanding
- The Arts In Early Childhood
- Music And Movement Activities
- Psycho -Pedagogy
- Teaching Of Science And Social Sciences To Young Children
- Professional Experience and Development of Portfolio
Experience
Candidates should have at least four (4) years teaching and research supervisory experience in tertiary institutions Experience with writing study materials for distance learners and the use of Open Educational Resources (OERs) will be an added advantage.
Competencies
- Must be computer literate and able to produce quality work within the set deadlines
- Ability to integrate ICTs into teaching and learning
- Should have knowledge of online teaching and learning
- Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative data analysis software (SPSS and ATLAS.li)
Remuneration
BOU pays competitive rates commensurate with qualification, experience and responsibilities attached to the position
The following are to be attached:
More Information
- JOB APPLICATION DETAILSA recent CV, certified copies of relevant academic transcripts, certificates, identification document and work permit (for expatriates) Two references should accompany the application
Applications should be addressed to:
Director of Human Resources Botswana Open University Private Bag BO 187 Gaborone
N/B: Applicants should indicate in the application, courses that they are interested in reviewing/writing or editing Incomplete applications will not be considered Only short-listed candidates will be contacted
Closing Date: 21st February 2020