Environmental Studies Adjunct Position - Part-time

Antioch University New England seeks applicants for adjunct faculty to teach our spring semester Master's level course, "Environmental Communication in the Digital Age" (course description, below).

JOB REQUIREMENTS
Candidates must have a MS in environmental studies or a related field. Specialization in environmental education or environmental communications is preferred. Professional experience with social media and computer technology is required. Communication with a variety of environmental audiences is preferred. Social media include blogs and microblogs, wikis, podcasts, social networking sites, photography, video, content communities, among others.

Candidates should have teaching experience in higher education, including experience designing curricula and teaching through creative, experiential approaches. Capacity to actively engage students and facilitate their effective use of technology tools and processes to create relevant course products is required. Theoretical and practical experience with dilemmas associated with environmental communications, social media, computer technology and social marketing for environmental behavior change is highly preferred. Understanding of relevant current trends in environmental education/communication/studies, as well as access to professional networks and organizations is also desired.

Ability to work with others and communicate effectively is essential. Additional qualifications include flexibility, strong interpersonal skills, capacity to work independently, and ability to network and seek out resources.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
To apply, submit a cover letter, CV, and names and contact information for three references to Rachel Thiet, Director of the Master of Science Program in Environmental Studies, at rthiet@antioch.edu, with "EC in the Digital Age" in the subject line. Application deadline is December 2, 2011.

Antioch University New England is a smoke-free environment and provides equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, gender, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, family status, or disability.

Course Description: Environmental Communication in the Digital Age
How can digital and social media be used to educate, advocate, bridge social divides, and change environmental policies and behaviors? Are such technologies even suitable to these purposes? How can we be inclusive in our use of online communication when the majority of the world's population has limited or no access to computers? What are appropriate technologies for various instructional needs in an era of globalization? This course covers current issues in educational technology and practical applications of 21st century technological skills essential for environmental leaders and educators in the digital age. Participants will explore theories, research, and innovative approaches to the use of technology in Environmental Education and Environmental Communications. Students will become familiar with strategies to use technology effectively in various environmental studies contexts.