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| Title | Job: Faculty Research Assistant at National Foreign Language Center |
| Body | From http://linguistlist.org/issues/18/18-1183.html The National Foreign Language Center at the University of Maryland is seeking a Faculty Research Assistant in Applied Linguistics. DUTIES: The position's primary focus will be on the development of language learning materials related to sponsored research projects at the NFLC. This work will involve collaborating with the Second Language Acquisition team in analyzing and implementing improvements to training for learning materials developers grounded in principles of second language acquisition for maximizing the instructional and linguistic quality of materials. Specifically, the position will be responsible for producing high quality, effective e-learning objects for use in language learning and language skills maintenance. The Assistant will establish and coordinate the work of expert consultants in virtual teams producing language e-learning materials in assigned languages including: acting as the primary point of contact for coaching, advising, training and motivating the teams; acting as the primary point of contact for administrative support of language teams; acting as the first level of quality assurance review of e-learning materials produced; following a measurable production plan developed with the project manager for the development of e-learning objects for each assigned language; using a database to track progress on the development plan; generating progress reports as required; preparing completed e-learning objects for publication and editing English language content. QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree in an academic field relevant to foreign language e-learning materials development preferably in foreign language education or second language acquisition, at least 1-2 years experience with computer-assisted language instruction and teaching adult learners, outstanding English language communication skills, advanced knowledge of a language other that English, able to work in a culturally diverse working environment. STARTING SALARY: Commensurate with experience TO APPLY: To apply, please send a cover letter, CV and a list of three references to resumesnflc.org. Please mark it "FRA - Language Learning Materials Development" AA/EEOC. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Application Deadline: (Open until filled) |
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| Inputdate | 2007-05-03 04:43:01 |
| Lastmodifieddate | 2007-05-03 04:43:01 |
| Expdate | 2007-11-11 00:00:00 |
| Publishdate | 2007-05-07 00:00:00 |
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