Course Developer (Freelance) (SOCI 3001ACD Hong Kong Society) (presented in at Open University of Hong Kong

, Hong Kong, China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Course Development, Social Sciences, Writing, Communication, Teaching Experience, Critical Thinking, Assessment Development, Learning Materials, Hong Kong Studies

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Founded in 1989, Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) is a modern, vibrant and dynamic university. We tailor our professional programmes to adapt to market trends and meet industry needs, thus providing our students with quality professional education and clear career paths. Being the first University of Applied Sciences (UAS) in Hong Kong, we pledge to play a pioneering role in enhancing recognition of vocational and professional education and training, and nurturing talents with both applied skills and knowledge. As a faculty-driven, student-centred university in support of innovative teaching and learning, strategic research, and stakeholder outreach to provide maximum benefit to our communities, we conduct research that advances knowledge and enhances teaching, focusing on strategic areas, including digital humanities and literature, international business, gerontechnology, personalised care, smart city, open and innovative education, and bilingual learning and teaching. HKMU is becoming an ever more vital link in addressing and helping Hong Kong to solve many difficult challenges – as part of our involvement in, and commitment to, the ‘metropolis’ of Hong Kong. Our plans to expand into the Greater Bay Area (GBA) will also cultivate talent to serve Hong Kong and the wider metropolitan GBA. For more information about the University, please visit https://www.hkmu.edu.hk We are now looking for a suitable person to fill the following position in the School of Arts and Social Sciences: Major Duties and Responsibilities The appointee will be responsible mainly for the following: Developing a course guide, supplementary online and/or audio-visual learning materials at undergraduate higher-level in Social Sciences; Summarizing the essentials of the course materials; Supplying succinct explanations; Deliberating on the critical issues; and Developing activities and assessments to enhance the students’ learning experience through the course guide. Candidates Candidates are expected to possess the following: A higher degree in Social Sciences; Publications and teaching experience in tertiary education institutions; Good writing and communication skills; and Preference will be given to candidates with expertise in the field of Hong Kong society or Hong Kong studies. Terms and Conditions for Appointment Successful candidates will be appointed on a freelance basis. To Apply Please send your C.V. to the School of Arts and Social Sciences, Hong Kong Metropolitan University by email (as@hkmu.edu.hk) (Please quote the reference number in your application). The personal data collected will be used for the purpose of considering your application for employment. For details, please refer to the “Personal Data (Privacy) Notice for Job Applicant” on the University’s website. If you are not contacted by the University within eight weeks from the closing date of application, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.

Responsibilities

The appointee will develop a course guide and supplementary materials for undergraduate courses in Social Sciences. They will also summarize course materials and create assessments to enhance the learning experience.