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Your role as author (f/m/d)

You can expect

Flexible Time Management

Enjoy maximum flexibility – work according to your own needs, whenever and wherever you want, while keeping the deadline in mind.

Meaningful Activity

Engage in a fulfilling side job where you can pass on your valuable knowledge to students. It’s an opportunity to share not just theories but also vivid experiences with the next generation, helping to shape their future paths.

Value-Driven University

Experience a culture of mutual respect, meeting on equal terms, and a relaxed working atmosphere. Benefit from a strong network of experienced lecturers and video coaches who can provide you with additional support when needed.

Flexible Time Management

Enjoy maximum flexibility – work according to your own needs, whenever and wherever you want, while keeping the deadline in mind.

Meaningful Activity

Engage in a fulfilling side job where you can pass on your valuable knowledge to students. It’s an opportunity to share not just theories but also vivid experiences with the next generation, helping to shape their future paths.

Value-Driven University

Experience a culture of mutual respect, meeting on equal terms, and a relaxed working atmosphere. Benefit from a strong network of experienced lecturers and video coaches who can provide you with additional support when needed.

Professorin Ellena in Nahaufnahme

Who we are

With over 130,000 students, more than 4,000 employees, 38 campus locations, and 200 innovative study programs, we, IU International University of Applied Sciences (IU), are Germany’s largest university and the market leader in transforming educational offerings. Our university is state-recognized, accredited, and has enjoyed full recognition by the Science Council for over ten years. We offer our product – education – through distance learning, dual studies, and myStudies programs.

Autor an der IU tippt etwas ein

Your responsibilities as an author

  • Textbook creation: You will create textbooks that support the entire course as well as additional teaching materials. These textbooks range from 130 to 200 pages and cover the contents specified in the module description. Your tasks also include creating or providing relevant graphics and images to be incorporated into the textbook. For any questions, you can reach out to the person responsible for the module.
  • Question Development: You will develop various types of questions, such as self-assessment questions, to check the students‘ understanding. Additionally, you will be responsible for compiling a bibliography that defines further reading and sources.
  • Scientific Content Creation: You will design and create scientific slides and presentations, as well as exam-relevant content, such as exam questions.

Your work is crucial to continuously improve and keep the course material up to date.

Your support

A contact person from the editorial team will accompany you throughout the entire production process and will be available to answer any questions you have about writing techniques. They will act as your sparring partner, providing comprehensive support to help you create a high-quality script. This service includes not only language editing but also editorial proofreading and addressing any questions related to the entire production.

Your life. Your choices.

Your Benefits as an Freelancer

Individual Time Allocation

Work as flexibly as possible.

Flexible Contract Duration

There is generally an option for re-engagement.

Anything But Outdated

We rely on modern teaching methods.

Individual Time Allocation

Work as flexibly as possible.

Flexible Contract Duration

There is generally an option for re-engagement.

Anything But Outdated

We rely on modern teaching methods.

Dozentin im IU-Pullover erklärt ihren Studentinnen etwas an der Tafel

Our way

We teach with passion and love what we do!

Our mission to make education accessible to everyone in the world defines who we are: bold in our mission, innovative in our approach, and encouraging for all!

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