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Northern Arizona University 

Director, Center for Research, Development
and Assessment of Learning In Electronic Environments

Northern Arizona University is seeking a founding director for its new Center for Research, Development and the Assessment of Learning in Electronic Environments, funded by a 20-year voter-approved tax initiative, Proposition 301. The Center will be an institutional resource to better prepare our graduates for success in today's technology- and knowledge-based economy by using Web and other technologically mediated methods to enhance the learning experiences and the technological literacy of our students.  Working closely with on and off campus faculty, this Center will assure standards of technological literacy are achieved by all NAU undergraduates; assure NAU faculty are prepared and supported in the integration of Web technology into the learning environment; support technologically enhanced learning experiences for students; assess the learning occurring in electronically-mediated courses, and research and disseminate knowledge regarding effective pedagogy and technologies for learning in electronic environments.  The Center will build on NAU's commitment to quality education, our track record of Web and interactive TV offerings for both residential and distance students, our innovative integration of technology into the classroom, and our national reputation for distance-delivered, electronically mediated academic programs.

The successful candidate will be responsible for refining the Center's mission and implementing measures to achieve its goals. Current Center staff include an assessment specialist and a group of people who train and support faculty in preparing web-based courses.

Candidates must have a master's degree and five years experience with technologically mediated learning environments including Web and at least three years of administrative experience, including responsibility for staff and budgets.  It is preferred that the candidate also has:

1. An earned doctorate.
2. Experience as a faculty member in an institution of higher education.
3. Experience developing and teaching Web- or other technologically-mediated courses
4. Experience with assessment programs, especially those involving assessment of outcomes in electronic environments
5. Excellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with faculty, staff, administrators and students.
6. Experience developing and implementing plans for a new organization.
7. Demonstrated commitment to supporting and enhancing a culturally rich and diverse learning environment.

Faculty rank is possible with appropriate qualifications.  The search committee will begin reviewing applications on May 24.  Nominations are welcome.  The position will remain open until filled.  Applications and a full job description are available at: http://www.nau.edu/~hr/jobs/postings/all/553597.htm.  Please send a letter of interest and application along with a current vita and names and contact information for three references to:

Human Resources Department
Northern Arizona University
PO Box 4113
Flagstaff, AZ  86011-4113

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