Courses Taught
Computer - Seattle Central Community College
I taught Web Design/Web Development for the IT Department's Web Development and Web Design Program as well as the Design and Communications Department at Seattle Central Community College from October 2000 to April 2005.
Web 110 - Web Authoring I
This course covers the mechanics of web page production starting with the absolute basics. Topics covered include: document structure and hierarchy, text elements, list elements, links, tables, working with images, creating framesets and forms. Focus will be on creating HTML files "by hand" using a simple text editor, with emphasis placed on HTML validation and correct HTML 4.0 syntax.
Web 120 - Web Authoring II
This course covers more advanced elements of Web page development and production. Topics include a complete review of basic to intermediate HTML and XHTML, page validation using doctypes, writing accessible web pages, cascading style sheets for text formatting and layout, javascript for image rollovers and drop-down menus, handling multimedia files, and using environmental variables/server-side includes.
Web 200 - Theory of Web Design
This course gives an overview of the basic principles and practices of professional web site design. Topics covered: site layout and organization, the readability of pages, access issues for a wide audience, hyperlink usability, the use of color, graphics and multimedia, increasing the speed of your site, usability testing, and creating website prototypes.
Web 205 - Web Careers Strategies
This course presents various tools and skills needed to transition in to the web industry. Through exercises and assignments, students will hone their ability to structure thinking about launching their future web careers, to best present their skills, and to find appropriate positions.
Web 210 - Advanced Web Design
This course focuses on using HTML for web site design including principles of graphic and information design and effective web site navigation, as well as advanced HTML features like cascading style sheets and javascript (DHTML). Students develop a web site in teams, practicing web production workflow in the process.
Mic 102i - Computer Lab Survival Skills
This course provides the student with a brief introduction to how to use the computer facilities at the computer lab. Topics to be covered include an overview of computer lab procedures, choosing the correct printer, learning to use email, basic Windows features, and an introduction to Microsoft Windows, Excel, Internet browsers (IE and Netscape).
Mic 102d - Introduction to Dreamweaver
This course provides the student with an introduction to using Macromedia DreamWeaver. Topics include: palette and tool use, page creation, site creation, creating navigation elements and javascript rollovers.
Mic 102e - Introduction to Excel
This course provides the student with an introduction to using Microsoft Excel.
Mic 102t - PowerPoint
This course provides the student with an introduction to using Microsoft PowerPoint, including Naming and saving files, Creating and formatting presentations, Printing presentations, Use of help feature.
Mic 102x -Windows Survival Skills
This course provides the student with a brief introduction to how to use MS Windows computers. Topics to be covered include: an overview of windows, file management, customizing your desktop, and an introduction to Microsoft Word.
Mic 298 - Web Design Independent Study
This independent study course is designed for students to have the practical experience of designing, building, and maintaining a real website. The course is structured around weekly meetings to share information and resources, group problem-solving and brainstorming, and further sharing of resources through email.
Itc 1161w - Supporting MS Word
This course is designed to provide a solid foundation in using and supporting Microsoft Word, as well as a thorough knowledge of Microsoft Word required to support and train others in its use. It also provides preparation for the Microsoft Office User Specialist Exam in Word XP. (Both core and expert levels, though only the core level is required for a 4.0 grade).
Computer - Independent
GearUp Tech Camp
The intensive summer computer session was to introduce GEAR UP students to computer literacy. The topics covered: how to use your computer better, what are the parts of the computer screen?, how does the web work?, how do you make a web page?, introduction to HTML, using DreamWeaver to make web pages, taking pictures with a digital camera, downloading pictures from the camera to the computer, resizing digital pictures, adding pictures to web pages, uploading your pages to the web, looking at your website on the web, and using the web for research.
AvenueA HTML Training
Developed and delivered technical training through a 10-hour HTML class for the Online Advertising group. Topics covered included creating tables, forms, image maps, embedding sound, web colors, and introduction to CSS.
Craft
As part of a small herbal soapmaking business that I ran from 1998 to 2003, I created and taught several very well-attended herbal craft classes which I taught through the University of Washington's Experimental College and the Lynnwood Parks and Recreation Department.
The Art of Herbal Soapmaking
This hands-on class demonstrates how to create all-natural herbal soaps. Topics covered: history of soap, chemistry of soap and soap ingredients, the cold process soap process, mixing essential oils to create the scent you want, skin enhancing herbs and spices.
Advanced Soapmaking Workshop
This class is for those who are already familiar with the soapmaking process, and want take their soapmaking skills to the next level. Topics covered: different soapmaking techniques, creating custom recipes, ideas for increasing production, different molds, and packaging ideas.
Fun and Easy Herbal Baths
Topics covered: properties of skin-friendly herbs and essential oils, bathing history and practices of peoples worldwide. Then students learn how to make or scent their own bath products to take home: an herbal bath wreath, bubble bath, bath oil, and bath bombs from scratch.
The Artful Card, Envelope and Box: creating unique handmade stationery sets
The class covers everything students need to make their own beautiful stationery sets. Topics covered: the creation and use of envelope templates to make various envelopes from any paper, designing greeting cards, and creating boxes from a single sheet of paper with innovative closures.
The Art of Herbal Seduction
In this light-hearted, hands-on class students learn herbal love lore, herbal aphrodisiacs, tips for setting the mood, as well as how to make their own herbal romance-enhancing tools: “light of paradise candles”, “eros” incense, “e-scent-ual” massage oil, and bath salts “exotique”.
Basic Organic Gardening
Students learn the basics of organic gardening, including how to build healthy soil, fighting pests and diseases with natural means, and other tips for allowing garden plants to grow at their best.