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Amigos Library Services will be presenting Web Publishing: Principles of Site Design<https://www.amigos.org/node/1988> from March 22-25, 2016, and Web Publishing: The Basics<https://www.amigos.org/node/1990> from April 26-29, 2016. See below for registration information! Web Publishing: Principles of Site Design<https://www.amigos.org/node/1988> Scheduled Dates March 22 - 25, 2016, 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm CDT (Register Now<https://www.amigos.org/civicrm/event/register?id=728&reset=1>) What makes a good Web site? While there may be as many opinions as there are Webmasters, good design principles do apply. Through examination of existing sites, review of recognized Web style guidelines, practical usability techniques, and focused discussion, participants come to their own conclusions about what these principles are. Some questions addressed include: how is writing for the Web different from writing for print publications? Why do you get lost in some Web sites? What is the role of CSS (cascading style sheets)? Where do we draw the line between glitzy and boring? Bring your questions, your opinions, and your common sense. Learning Objectives: * Identify and provide an example of 4 basic principles of web site design * Define "usability" and its significance to libraries * Analyze and critique the basic design of 3 web sites Target Audience: Everyone Prerequisites: Attendees should have familiarity with Web browsers and the Internet. Basic HTML experience is preferred. Session Duration: This course consists of four 2-hour sessions. Instructor: Kyla Hunt - [log in to unmask](link sends e-mail)<mailto:[log in to unmask]> Continuing Education Credit Contact Hours: 8 IACET CEUs: 0.8 As an IACET Authorized Provider, Amigos offers CEUs for its programs that qualify under the ANSI/IACET Standard.<https://www.amigos.org/node/226> Fees Amigos Member Fee: $305.00 Non-member Fee: $335.00 Web Publishing: The Basics<https://www.amigos.org/node/1990> Scheduled Dates April 26 - 29, 2016, 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm CDT (Register Now<https://www.amigos.org/civicrm/event/register?id=731&reset=1>) -- Early Bird Deadline:<https://www.amigos.org/node/221#1> April 4 Available On Request<https://www.amigos.org/node/222> Ready to create your own web page? Then sign up for this four-part course. Through a series of exercises, participants will create web pages using basic HTML tags. We will discuss the structure of HTML documents, focusing specifically on utilizing headings, paragraphs, breaks, lists, presentation elements, hypertext links, and simple graphics. Good web publishing practice is emphasized throughout the session. Learning Objectives: * Create a simple web page * Define a basic set of HTML elements * Insert a graphic into a web page * Link to web pages * Identify 3 good web publishing practices Prerequisites: Attendees should have a good understanding of web browsers and the Internet. Homework Expectations and Completion Requirements: * In addition to the daily class sessions, there will be approximately one hour of required homework each day. This homework will consist of creating web pages with the elements discussed that day. * It is designed for individual participation<https://www.amigos.org/node/223>; each individual must register. Technical Requirements: Live Online System Requirements<https://www.amigos.org/node/224> At least one browser (2 browsers are preferred) Windows Notepad or its equivalent Session Duration: This course consists of four 2-hour sessions. Instructor: Kyla Hunt - [log in to unmask](link sends e-mail)<mailto:[log in to unmask]> Continuing Education Credit Contact Hours: 8 IACET CEUs: 0.8 As an IACET Authorized Provider, Amigos offers CEUs for its programs that qualify under the ANSI/IACET Standard.<https://www.amigos.org/node/226> Fees Amigos Member Early Bird Fee: $280.00 Amigos Member Fee: $305.00 Non-member Early Bird Fee: $310.00 Non-member Fee: $335.00 Kyla Hunt Public Services and Technology Trends Specialist Amigos Library Services 14400 Midway Road, Suite 200, Dallas, TX 75244-3509 800-843-8482 x2867 | 972-340-2867 (direct) http://www.amigos.org<http://www.amigos.org/> | [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> [cid:[log in to unmask]] Check out our member benefits<http://www.amigos.org/benefits>