Develop teaching materials, such as syllabi, visual aids, answer keys, supplementary notes, or course Web sites.
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I work as a teaching assistant (postsecondary). Part of my job is to develop teaching materials, such as syllabi, visual aids, answer keys, supplementary notes, or course Web sites. Context: We use Course management system software; the work draws on education and training, computers and electronics and mathematics. Course: [subject, level] Need: [syllabus, assignment, handout] Draft the material with clear objectives and grading criteria. Use plain language, one everyday analogy, and the questions people are most likely to ask with short answers.
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Importance 4.2/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Develop instructional materials.. Also involves: Create technology-based learning materials..