Gerontology Program
Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences
Gerontology Program
Contract Lecturer Opportunity
Date of Posting:
Wednesday, March 11, 2015
Course Title:
GERO/SOWK 3230 SDE/SDF: Dementia Care: A Case Study Approach
Please note that this is a cross-listed course between Gerontology and Social Work.
Session:
Spring 2015 (May 1 through June 30)
Credit Weight:
0.5 FCE
Method of Delivery:
Offered as a web-based course. Please note that the successful candidate must possess the ability to teach using an online learning platform, although assistance will be made available via the Office of Continuing Education & Distributed Learning.
Course Description:
The case study approach will be used to explore the concepts of holistic care of persons with dementia. Principles, theories and knowledge of dementia and dementia care acquired will be integrated into these cases.
Preferred Qualifications:
Post Graduate degree in a discipline related to gerontology;
Familiarity with basic concepts, issues and current trends in dementia care;
Ability to teach gerontology from an interdisciplinary perspective;
Experience with interacting with older adults;
The ability to perform various duties of the position, and applicable prior experience;
Preference will be given to candidates with successful experience using distance education modes of delivery (particularly online course delivery); and
Knowledge and interest in promoting interprofessional knowledge, skills, and attitudes.
Application packages should include the following items:
A letter indicating the extent to which the applicant meets the academic qualifications outlined above;
A current Curriculum Vitae detailing qualifications, including relevant experience and publications; and
A copy of a previous course outline and recent course evaluation or a proposed course outline preferred.
Application packages may be forwarded to:
Dr. Michel B?dard
Acting Dean, Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences
Lakehead University 955 Oliver Road Thunder Bay, ON Canada P7B 5R1
Email:fhbs@lakeheadu.ca
Please note that email is the preferred method of application.
Closing Date: Wednesday, March 25, 2015 at 4:30 p.m.
This position is subject to budgetary approval.
Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, members of visible minorities, Aboriginal persons and persons with disabilities. We appreciate your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified.