Jamie Dobbs

Jamie Dobbs

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Excited by the rise of GenAI as an enabler for those who find it hard to learn and extending others to higher levels. The personalisation of education will be huge in the years ahead.

  • Education

    • QM (Quality Matters)

      2019 - 2019
      Certificate in Teaching Online EDUCATION

      The QM Teaching Online Certificate enables instructors to demonstrate their knowledge mastery of online teaching. The seven workshops that make up the Teaching Online Certificate include competencies aligned with QM’s Online Instructor Skill Set. Instructors who take the series are provided with the background knowledge needed for teaching online. The workshops will provide both current and potential online instructors with the experience of learning online from the student's… Show more The QM Teaching Online Certificate enables instructors to demonstrate their knowledge mastery of online teaching. The seven workshops that make up the Teaching Online Certificate include competencies aligned with QM’s Online Instructor Skill Set. Instructors who take the series are provided with the background knowledge needed for teaching online. The workshops will provide both current and potential online instructors with the experience of learning online from the student's perspective.Instructors will receive a QM Digital Credential upon successful completion of each workshop that is tied to evidence that supports their mastery of each teaching competency. Credentials:Gauging Your Technology SkillsEvaluating Your Course DesignExploring Your Institution's PoliciesOrienting Your Online LearnersConnecting Learning Theories to Your Teaching StrategiesCreating Presence in Your Online CourseAssessing Your Learners Show less

    • TAFE NSW- Sydney Institute

      1995 - 1996
      Associate’s Degree Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician (Naval Architecture) Distinction

      Naval Architecture Skills

    • University of Tasmania

      2010 - 2013
      Bachelor of Environment Design Industrial and Product Design
    • University of Tasmania

      2018 - 2018
      Honours Contemporary Arts - Design
  • Experience

    • Department of Defence of Australia

      Jan 1998 - Oct 2002

      Graphic designMagazine design and LayoutPoster and banner designMagazine Print Management 2d/3d CAD drafting3d Computer animation and simulationGraphic designPowerpoint and Director PresentationsCreation of multimedia CD-romsWebsite designVideo production and editingMarketing conceptualisationPC network design and configurationProject managementInternal training

      • Graphic Designer

        May 2002 - Oct 2002
      • Technical Officer Level 3

        Jan 1998 - May 2002
    • York St John University

      Mar 2003 - Feb 2004
      IT Support Officer

      800+ workstationsNetwork Support 1st LineHelpdesk (phone and in person) Multimedia DesignGraphic designHardware installation and NetworkingHardware Fault Finding and repair/replacementVirus scan software updatesSoftware installationSoftware Fault Finding and repair, replacement

    • Selenia Communications

      Feb 2004 - May 2005
      IT Support Officer

      50+ WorkstationsNetwork Support 1st and 2nd LineOnly IT Presence on siteApplication SupportHelpdesk (phone and in person) Hardware installation and NetworkingHardware Fault Finding and repair/replacement Handling of Customer ComplaintsIT recommendations to DirectorBackupsWebsite Design and BuildBrand DesignGraphic Design

    • Tata Steel

      Jun 2004 - Nov 2009

      Company with 300+ seats. 1st , 2nd, 3rd line support tasks. Deputised for IT Manager. 5 man team. Workstation, Server and Network Support. Supported Remote users. Helpdesk (phone and in person) Hardware installation and NetworkingHardware Fault Finding and repair/replacementSetting up new user accountsBackups and RestoresApplication SupportHardware Fault Finding and repair, replacementVirus scan software updatesSoftware installationSoftware Fault Finding and repair, replacementServer Builds and rebuildsRemote systems managementRemote User SupportSystem Recommendations and ImplementationWebsite Design and BuildGraphic Design Show less

      • Graphic Designer

        Jul 2006 - Nov 2009
      • Senior IT Officer

        Jun 2004 - Jul 2006
    • University of Tasmania

      Feb 2011 - now

      The College of Arts, Law, and Education (CALE) at the University of Tasmania includes schools of Humanities, Social Sciences, Creative Arts, Education, and Law. It offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs across multiple campuses and online.The Educational Technologist role supports the Blended Learning Unit (BLU) team, assisting academic and professional staff in developing and delivering blended and online teaching units. This role provides advice on online learning environments and Technology Enhanced Learning and Teaching (TELT), as well as staff training in various formats.Key Accountabilities and Outcomes:Support staff with technical and resource development for blended and online learning.Advise on educational technologies and model good TELT practices.Develop staff training guides in consultation with Educational Designer/Developers.Contribute to core BLU tasks, including audits and new work processes.Research and evaluate tools for blended and online units.Advise on TELT-relevant compliance requirements (accessibility, copyright, university policy).Design and develop resources using various media.Administer academic online technologies as needed.Engage in continuous professional development and contribute to a vibrant learning environment.This role requires expertise in educational technology, strong communication skills, and the ability to support and train staff in implementing effective online and blended learning strategies. Show less

      • Educational Technologist

        Aug 2018 - now
      • eLearning Support Officer

        Apr 2016 - Aug 2018
      • IT Support Officer

        Jan 2010 - Apr 2016
      • IT Tutor (casual)

        Feb 2011 - Feb 2014
    • Nomarda

      Jan 2014 - now
      Furniture Designer

      Passion for working in object design and creation. Ongoing.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Teaching Online Certificate

      QM Quality Matters
      Oct 2017
    • ITIL Foundation Certification

      AXELOS Global Best Practice
      Oct 2015
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Jamie Dobbs
      University of Tasmania - Vice Chancellor's Teaching Innovation Award - UNIGO Team Vice Chancellor, University of Tasmania Dec 2024 Vice-Chancellor's Awards: Recognize staff who exemplify the university's values and contribute to its goals
    • Awarded to Jamie Dobbs
      Service Excellence Award - Cale Digital Futures Team Vice Chancellor, University of Tasmania Oct 2023 Outstanding contribution to the achievement of the mission of the university through the provision of service excellence and program delivery.
    • Awarded to Jamie Dobbs
      Tasmanian Design Award - Student Award and Finalist in the open category Design Centre Tasmania Oct 2012 Annual awards for Tasmanian Object Design