About the role
Course developers are specialists in creating educational materials and curricula for various educational levels and subject areas. They often work in close collaboration with teachers, subject matter experts, and educators to ensure relevance and quality. Their educational background can vary, but they often have a higher education in pedagogy or experience in the subject they develop courses for.Responsibilities
Course developers are responsible for designing course structures, creating teaching materials and assessment tools, as well as updating course content. They must ensure that the courses meet educational goals and standards. They also work on adapting course materials for different learning styles and technological platforms.Skills and tools
Course developers need good knowledge in pedagogy, subject knowledge, and instructional design. They often use digital tools such as Learning Management Systems (LMS) and e-learning software. Communication skills, creativity, and the ability to receive feedback are important qualities. Common competencies demanded by employers are utvecklingsarbete, marknadsföring/marknadskommunikation and svenskt medborgarskap.