Date Posted : 06 / 20 / 2024
Req ID : 38086
Faculty / Division : OISE / UT
Department : Dept of Curriculum, Teaching & Learning
Campus : St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Description :
This course will examine the theory and research that underlies constructivist learning and its historical and philosophical roots.
The educational applications that have developed out of these ideas, like problem based learning, collaborative learning and knowledge building will be explored in regards to how such concepts can inform and enhance the design of online environments and methods of teaching.
We will look at different learning environments, both research projects and applications current in the field that instantiate various elements of these ideas.
Estimated course enrolment : 25
Estimated TA support : None
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.
Additional Notes : See job application site for additional notes, if any.
Application instructions : Please indicate in a letter of application why you believe your experience qualifies you to teach this particular course.
Please include a current CV and names of three referees in your cover-letter. If you are selected for an interview, we will notify you to provide reference letters. Please apply at :
Closing Date : 07 / 10 / 2024, 11 : 59PM EDT
This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement.
It is understood that some announcements of vacancies are tentative, pending final course determinations and enrolment. Should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.
Please note : Undergraduate or graduate students and postdoctoral fellows of the University of Toronto are covered by the CUPE 3902 Unit 1 collective agreement rather than the Unit 3 collective agreement, and should not apply for positions posted under the Unit 3 collective agreement.
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