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Massachusetts Institute of Technology

DEPARTMENTS
Center for Advanced Educational Studies,
School of Engineering,
Dean of Students and Undergraduate Education

POSITION
Director of Assessment and Evaluation, Educational Programs,
Center for Advanced Educational Services

POSITION DESCRIPTION (Temporary) To lead a new initiative for
the assessment of undergraduate and graduate education
(working with the Office of the Dean of Engineering, and the
Dean for Students and Undergraduate Education). Will provide
assessment and evaluation expertise for educational programs
using educational technology and assessment mandates of
required accrediting organizations (ABET) and government
agencies. Will be responsible for the conceptual design and
development of assessment tools (including electronic tools)
for evaluating programs; developing strategic assessment
plans for departments based on needs analysis and educational
objectives of individual courses or department curriculum;
collaborating with others involved in current assessment
activities; and working on a funded project for MIT's Physics
8.01 course using video and web technologies to create a
"simulated office hour" as a component of the freshman
requirement.

REQUIREMENTS: at least five years of experience in the field
of assessment and evaluation in an academic setting and a
Ph.D. or equivalent, preferably in assessment/evaluation
theory or a related topic area. Undergraduate science or
engineering background preferred. Knowledge of learning
theory and evidence of contribution to the discipline
necessary. Familiarity with the range of assessment tools and
their appropriate use needed, as are knowledge of statistical
methodologies and experience with development and utilization
of educational technologies. Excellent communication and
interpersonal skills and ability to work with a variety of
constituencies important. (This is a two-year appointment
with the possibility of renewal.)

Forward resumes to:

Deirdre Dow-Chase
Administrative Officer
Center for Advanced Educational Services
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
77 Massachusetts Avenue
Bldg 9- Rm 221
Cambridge, MA 02139

617-253-5543
FAX 617-252-1566
deedc@mit.edu


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