Instructional Designer
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About the Role
American University in the Emirates is seeking an Instructional Designer to collaborate with faculty in designing engaging, learner-centered instructional materials and online learning experiences.
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Responsibilities
- Collaborate with faculty members and subject matter experts to design, develop, and revise online, blended, and face to face courses
- Apply instructional design principles and best practices to create engaging and effective learning experiences
- Develop course structures, learning activities, assessments, and instructional materials aligned with learning outcomes
- Assist faculty in integrating educational technologies and innovative teaching strategies into their courses
- Design and develop multimedia learning resources, interactive content, and digital learning materials
- Ensure instructional materials comply with accessibility standards, accreditation requirements, and quality assurance guidelines
- Review and evaluate existing courses and provide recommendations for improvement
- Support curriculum mapping, learning outcomes assessment, and course quality review initiatives
- Develop templates, standards, and guidelines for course design and online learning delivery
- Provide training and consultation to faculty regarding instructional design, online teaching, and educational technologies
- Collaborate with the E Learning and Information Technology teams to support digital learning initiatives
- Monitor developments in instructional design, educational technology, and higher education best practices
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Curriculum and Instruction, Education, Learning Sciences, or a related field
- Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in instructional design, curriculum development, e learning, or educational technology
- Experience designing online, blended, and technology enhanced learning environments
- Experience working with Learning Management Systems (LMS) such as Moodle, Blackboard, Canvas, or similar platforms
- Knowledge of instructional design models such as ADDIE, Backward Design, and Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
- Master's degree is preferred
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Position Summary
- The American University in the Emirates (AUE) is seeking a creative and innovative Instructional Designer to support the development, enhancement, and continuous improvement of teaching and learning experiences across the University.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Curriculum and Instruction, Education, Learning Sciences, or a related field from an accredited institution. A Master's degree is preferred.
- Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in instructional design, curriculum development, e learning, or educational technology.
- Experience within a higher education institution is preferred.
- Experience designing online, blended, and technology enhanced learning environments.
- Experience working with Learning Management Systems (LMS) such as Moodle, Blackboard, Canvas, or similar platforms.
Skills / Training / Knowledge
- Knowledge of instructional design models such as ADDIE, Backward Design, and Universal Design for Learning (UDL).
- Strong understanding of online learning pedagogy and adult learning principles.
- Experience with course authoring and content development tools.
- Proficiency in Learning Management Systems and educational technologies.
- Knowledge of accessibility standards and inclusive learning practices.
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
- Excellent written, verbal, and visual communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with faculty and cross functional teams.
- Experience with multimedia development, video based learning, and interactive content creation is an advantage.
- Knowledge of assessment design and learning analytics is preferred.
Job Responsibilities
- Collaborate with faculty members and subject matter experts to design, develop, and revise online, blended, and face to face courses.
- Apply instructional design principles and best practices to create engaging and effective learning experiences.
- Develop course structures, learning activities, assessments, and instructional materials aligned with learning outcomes.
- Assist faculty in integrating educational technologies and innovative teaching strategies into their courses.
- Design and develop multimedia learning resources, interactive content, and digital learning materials.
- Ensure instructional materials comply with accessibility standards, accreditation requirements, and quality assurance guidelines.
- Review and evaluate existing courses and provide recommendations for improvement.
- Support curriculum mapping, learning outcomes assessment, and course quality review initiatives.
- Develop templates, standards, and guidelines for course design and online learning delivery.
- Provide training and consultation to faculty regarding instructional design, online teaching, and educational technologies.
- Collaborate with the E Learning and Information Technology teams to support digital learning initiatives.
- Monitor developments in instructional design, educational technology, and higher education best practices.
About American University in the Emirates (AUE)
- AUE is located in Dubai International Academic City.
- AUE comprises seven dynamic colleges: College of Law, College of Education, College of Design, College of Business Administration, College of Media and Mass Communication, College of Engineering and Technology, and College of Security and Strategic Studies.
- AUE is accredited by SACSCOC and licensed by the Ministry of Education, UAE.
- The College of Business Administration is AACSB accredited, the Bachelor of Computer Science is ABET accredited, and several programs in the College of Design have NASAD substantial equivalency.
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