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Introduction to XML Course
"...As an online course,
it allowed me to study where and when I wanted, but
it was more than just that... the support from the tutors
was first rate..."
- Justin |
XML is one of the most popular industry
formats for document publishing and web application development.
It is an extensible and elegant solution that is being rapidly
incorporated in next-generation document, web and eBusiness
application strategies. As such, XML skills are in huge
demand. For example, technical writers who understand web
technologies (e.g. HTML, Javascript, XML) are able to command
higher salaries in the job market [article].
Introduction to XML is a 6-week
online course that provides
a complete overview of XML. It provides you with a basic introduction
to the components of an XML document and related technologies.
You will learn how to create a valid (well-formed)
XML document using the XML editor. The course provides an
overview of Document Type Definitions (DTDs) and DTD syntax.
It includes an introduction to Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)
by explaining how to use CSS with XML and how to create CSS.
The course is ideal for anyone interested in next-generation
publishing, including web masters, programmers, web developers,
technical writers/editors, and print publishers who want to
gain a working knowledge of XML.
— 6 weeks of instructor mentoring
— Scheduled text chat and office hours
— Expert feedback on all assignments
— 180 pages of course materials
— Downloadable HTML & PDF versions of materials
— BONUS: XML Converter included
— BONUS: Trial
version of XMLSpy included. Please note that as a condition
of using XMLSpy for the duration of the course, we are obliged
to provide your email address to Altova - the manufacturers
of this fine product.
— Working knowledge
of English
— Familiar with browsers,
email and computer file system functions
— Pentium-compatible processor
(500 MHz or faster)
— 512 MB of available RAM
— Super VGA display, 800 x 600 resolution
— 35 MB of disk space (if you download materials)
— 40 MB of temporary
disk space during installation of XMLSPY
— Internet browser and access (IE5 or NS6 recommended)
— XML-compliant browser (IE5 or NS6 recommended)
— Email account and program
— Windows XP/2000/NT
— May 5th
— June 2nd
— July 7th
— August 4th
— September 8th
The instructor will guide you throughout the course by providing
one-to-one mentoring. During the course, the instructor will
answer your questions by email, provide you with feedback
on your assignments, and lead optional audio teleconference
sessions to discuss the materials and assignments.
Susan Bodnik is the author and instructor
for this course. She has over 8 years of experience in teaching
and developing online courses. Susan holds a degree in English
from the University of Waterloo with specialized focus in
communications, rhetoric and online learning. She is also
an active member in the Society for Technical Communication.
As an online course it allowed me to study where and when
I wanted, but it was more than just that. The support from
tutors was first rate, while the course was well paced, and
pitched at a level which allowed me to learn quickly and in
depth without becoming bogged down in too much techno-babble.
-- Justin
I couldn't believe that I got immediate responses to emails
sent as late as 10pm... Susan, take a break once in a while!!
;) -- Michele
It gives a solid start to xml. I feel that I can speak
intelligently now about xml and its applications. A very
good course. Later on, I would like to take a higher level
course. -- Greg
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