David Dietz

Educational content developer and designer experienced in STEM fields

Salem, Massachusetts, United States

About

The most effective digital teaching content: (1) applies current learning science to map learning paths and to provide appropriate feedback and scaffolding; (2) embodies the insights of educators (and their students) in the writing and fine details of instruction and assessment; (3) employs data-analytic technology that tracks and responds to learners' actions. My specialty: Efficiently combining these three strands to design, develop, and test educational content. I have extensive experience in college textbooks and digital solutions, especially in mathematics, physical science, computer science, and engineering.

Experience

  • Independent Contractor at Self Employed
    Sep 2017 - Present · 8 yrs 10 mos

    Focused on elements critical to improving learning outcomes. **See recent Projects under "Accomplishments" below.** E-Learning ▪ Collaborating with Educators ▪ Writing & Editing ▪ Project Management Adaptive Systems ▪ Creative Problem Solving ▪ Instructional Design ▪ Attention to Detail eBook Development ▪ Teamwork ▪ Educational Assessment ▪ STEM Education

  • John Wiley and Sons (10 yrs 10 mos)
    • Senior Product Designer
      Nov 2014 - Sep 2017 · 2 yrs 11 mos

      Developed digital and print products for college mathematics, statistics, and engineering markets. Conceived, planned, and managed creation of courseware embedded in Wiley’s online teaching/learning environment. Worked closely with authors and customers to design viable solutions to improve educational outcomes. Collaborated with vendors and colleagues to ensure quality and efficacy of interactive and textual content, meeting schedule and budgetary targets. • Designed and refined web-based interactive learning experiences used in dozens of Wiley mathematics courses. • Partnered with adaptive system providers to create new Wiley products for personalized learning.

    • Senior Acquisitions Editor
      Dec 2006 - Oct 2014 · 7 yrs 11 mos

      Acquire, develop, market, and sell textbooks and associated electronic media products in college mathematics markets. Focus on transition from print to digital solutions.

  • McGraw-Hill Higher Education (10 yrs)
    • Director of Development
      Aug 2003 - Dec 2006 · 3 yrs 5 mos

      Managed experienced editors developing large-market textbooks for rapidly growing mathematics and statistics publishing program. Established standards and implemented processes for product and market development.

    • Senior Sponsoring Editor, Developmental Mathematics
      2000 - 2006 · 6 yrs

      Investigated publishing opportunities through formal research and on-campus interviews. Prepared profit-and-loss financial models for individual products and series. Recruited innovative authors to succeed in competitive markets.

    • Sr. Developmental Editor
      1997 - 2000 · 3 yrs

      Applied market-centered development model to textbooks and software in statistics and physics. Planned and executed development programs for high-priority projects, emphasizing customer consultation. Managed and maintained project budgets and schedules. Conducted market research. Trained other developmental editors in publishing group.

  • Editorial Director at LaurelTech Publishing Services
    2000 - 2000 · Less than a year

    Assembled and managed editorial group providing services to math and science textbook publishers. Hired and trained eight mathematicians in six months. Implemented procedures for efficient workflow. Wrote, edited, and accuracy-checked textbooks and ancillaries for grade 3 through college.

  • Acquisitions Editor and Managing Developmental Edtior at PWS Publishing Company
    1992 - 1997 · 5 yrs