Sessional Lecturer: CTL1616H - Blended Learning: Issues and Applications

Date Posted : 06 / 14 / 2024

Req ID : 37955

Faculty / Division : OISE / UT

Department : Dept of Curriculum, Teaching & Learning

Campus : St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description :

This course examines current issues and applications of blended learning, where some learning is facilitated in a face-to-face environment and some is facilitated within a digital environment.

Purposeful and pedagogically sound methods of digital teaching and learning in a blended learning environment are explored.

This course examines applications and issues related to blended learning at all levels of education. Underlying this examination are the theoretical frameworks of constructivist learning and TPACK, and the issue of technology transience as it affects the design and incorporation of a digital learning environment.

The digital tools available to facilitate blended learning are explored from the perspective of how such applications can support, inform and enhance the design of digital learning environments and methods of teaching.

Included in the course is a discussion of related terminology, the current state and trends of blended learning, and future predictions about teaching in digital environments that facilitate blended learning.

Assessment, competencies, Universal Design for Learning and inclusion in blended learning are also examined. The readings will focus on the theoretical ideas themselves, along with the integration of digital tools and instructional methods to support student learning in a blended learning environment.

The key, overarching question we'll be considering in this course is : In times of technology transience, how can we best support student learning in blended learning environments?

In other words, how do we design blended learning opportunities in ways that reflect what we know about how people communicate and learn through digital interactions?

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 / 05 / 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.