A presentation identifies some of the significant learning opportunities that I have undertaken during the period since my graduation in 2003 to 2017. Part of the Professional Development Module as part of the MSc. in Applied eLearning at DIT.
4. L O N D O N 2 0 0 3 - 0 6
Formal Learning
Gained a Typo/Graphic Studies MA from London College of
Communications [LCC], University of Arts London [UAL]
Final project included in the publication Visual Research: An
Introduction to Research Methodologies in Graphic Design
5. Learning from experience
After graduating, I worked as a Graphic Designer at
printing.com and learned extensively while in the job about:
• Digital printing
• Traditional offset printing techniques
I was eager to return to web design and joined
McBrayerWebb as a Web Designer. On the job skills
training included updating my knowledge of:
• Dreamweaver
• CSS
• Flash ActionScript
L O N D O N 2 0 0 3 - 0 6
6. Self-directed learning
During this period, I undertook a short course in digital
photography.
I was aware of the importance of updating my skills and
engaging in my interests.
This course enhanced my knowledge, skills and confidence
in the digital photographic technology.
L O N D O N 2 0 0 3 - 0 6
9. B U S A N 2 0 0 6 - 0 7
Informal Learning
I decided to travel to Asia in 2006 with the aim of
opening myself up to new experiences – culture,
language, different ways of seeing.
I was aware that this experience would enrich me as an
individual and informally enhance my professional skills
and knowledge.
10. B U S A N 2 0 0 6 - 0 7
I taught in a kindergarten in Busan, South Korea
I used prior knowledge based on personal experience as a
student and applied this in the context of being a teacher.
11. B U S A N 2 0 0 6 - 0 7
Self-directed Learning
While living in Asia, I kept my skills up to date by
undertaking online learning courses through Lynda.com
Courses included:
• Illustrator
• Photoshop
• After Effects
• Wordpress
14. D U B L I N 2 0 0 8 - 1 7
Informal Learning
I was keen to professionally merge my interests in
design and education.
I joined Hibernia College as an eLearning Designer.
Informal in the job training was given in:
• Articulate Studio suite
• Sony Sound Forge
• InDesign
15. D U B L I N 2 0 0 8 - 1 7
Informal Learning
While at Hibernia College:
• I undertook research and testing of Articulate
Storyline, which allowed me develop a solid
understanding of the capabilities of the software.
Working in this environment gave me:
• A better understanding of learner needs
• Opportunities to learn about user interface design
• A chance to work collaboratively within teams
16. D U B L I N 2 0 0 8 - 1 7
Informal Learning
In 2015, I joined Trinity Online Services Ltd. - a small,
focused and specialised eLearning development team.
Here, I have learned about:
• Blackboard Learn for course delivery
• Collaborate (Ultra) for live tutorial support
• Audio/Visual studio work
My professional development has expanded into the
area of Instructional Design.
17. D U B L I N 2 0 0 8 - 1 7
Formal Learning
I am interested in building on my existing knowledge
and skills by undertaking a period of formal learning.
The MSc. Applied eLearning at Dublin Institute of
Technology [DIT].
As part of stage one: I would like to focus on my learning journey over a 14 year time period from when I graduated 2003 with an MA in design from London College of Communications to my current situation in 2017 studying for a second masters in elearning at DIT (Dublin). I have designed my presentation around three locations where significant learning occurred over this time period. The media I have chosen is a ppt presentation as wanted to take opportunity to take an illustrative approach and demonstrate my skills.
I decided to travel to Asia with the aim by opening myself up to new experiences (culture/language/ways of seeing) and that this would inform me both as an individual and as a designer.
In Busan, South Korea I worked as a teacher in Kindergarden.
This is an example of learning through experience.
I used prior knowledge based on personal experience as a student and applied this in the context of being a teacher.
I decided to travel to Asia with the aim by opening myself up to new experiences (culture/language/ways of seeing) and that this would inform me both as an individual and as a designer.
In Busan, South Korea I worked as a teacher in Kindergarden.
This is an example of learning through experience.
I used prior knowledge based on personal experience as a student and applied this in the context of being a teacher.
