Sessional Lecturer: Ctl1617H - Social Media & Education

Sessional Lecturer: CTL1617H - Social Media & EducationDate Posted: 06/14/2024
Req ID: 37958
Faculty/Division: OISE/UT
Department: Dept of Curriculum, Teaching & Learning
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Description: This course explores issues related to the use of social media in education contexts. There will be a particular focus on K-12 schools but the course will also examine the use of social media in higher education. Some of the topics that will be discussed include: popular social media tools and their application to teaching and learning, policies and practices related to integrating social media into classrooms, student safety in online environments, cyberbullying, elements of digital citizenship, e-professionalism and teachers as models of digital citizenship.
Class schedule: See job application site for schedule and mode of teaching
Sessional dates of appointment: September 2024 to December 2024
Salary: As of May 01, 2024, the minimum stipend is $9,457.90 (inclusive of vacation pay) for a half-credit course. Salary may be prorated based on the appointment percentage. Please note that should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.
Minimum qualifications: Candidates should possess a doctorate degree in a relevant discipline and demonstrated currency and mastery of the subject area. Mastery may be demonstrated, but not limited to scholarly publications establishing expertise in the area.
Preferred qualifications: Over and above the minimum qualifications, preference will be given to individuals with prior graduate teaching experience in this area.
Description of duties: Prepare, organize, and teach this half-course graduate seminar; be available to students seeking assistance between classes; evaluate and provide students with feedback on their work.
Closing Date: 07/05/2024, 11:59 PM EDT


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