Brightspace LMS Instructional Design Expert

Instructional Design Services Project Name: Project Starling Organization: Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago (LSTC) Platform: Brightspace (D2L) Engagement Type: Project-Based Hourly Contract 1. Project Overview Project Starling is LSTC’s digital learning platform designed to deliver accessible, high-quality theological education through flexible, asynchronous modules and certificate pathways for diverse learners. The goal of this engagement is to provide expert instructional design support to translate complex theological content and leadership formation materials into engaging and accessible asynchronous modules. 2. Scope of Work The Contractor shall provide instructional design and LMS development services including, but not limited to: • Curriculum Translation: Converting raw content from course authors and subject matter experts (SMEs) into structured, learner-centered online modules. • LMS Development: Building and configuring course shells within the Brightspace (D2L) environment, ensuring logical navigation and functional consistency. • Engagement Design: Developing asynchronous-specific elements such as interactive knowledge checks, reflection prompts, and activities that foster deep learning without real-time instruction. • Stakeholder Collaboration: Participating in coordination meetings with internal LSTC staff and external partners (Noodle) to ensure alignment with broader program standards. • Periodic Maintenance: Implementing updates, revisions, and "refresh" cycles for existing asynchronous curricula based on learner feedback or institutional shifts. 3. Deliverables and Milestone Estimates Deliverables will be assigned on a per-module or per-certificate basis. Standard deliverables for a single course module typically include: 1. Instructional Design Blueprint: A high-level map of learning objectives, content flow, and assessment strategies. 2. Beta Build: A functional draft of the module within Brightspace for stakeholder review. 3. Final Production Build: The finalized, QA-tested module ready for learner enrollment, including all interactive elements and multimedia integrations. 4. Accessibility Report: Confirmation that the module meets WCAG 2.1/ADA standards for screen readers and closed captioning. 4. Technical Requirements & Standards • LMS Environment: All work must be natively built or integrated within Brightspace (D2L). • Accessibility: Content must adhere to WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards to ensure theological education remains accessible to all learners. • Brand Alignment: All modules must reflect the visual and pedagogical identity of Project Starling and LSTC. 5. Period of Performance This is a flexible, project-based contract. The initial term will begin as soon as possible and continue based on the "periodic update" needs of the asynchronous catalog. 6. Compensation and Terms • Rate: The contractor shall be compensated at a rate of $65.00 per hour for up to 15 hours of work per week. Hours will fluctuate depending on project needs. • Invoicing: Invoices shall be submitted at the beginning of each month detailing the hours worked and deliverables completed.

Project ID: 40374396