rob-whyte

Tech comm. Teacher. Explainer.

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PROJECTS - EDUCATION - PUBLICATIONS - CONTENT

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University

eMBA

Quantic University (01/21 - 04/22)

On my way to completing an eMBA with this unique online program. Here is a sample from the Capstone business plan project.

M.Sc. Planning

University of Toronto (1988 - 1990)

Completed two-year program with specialization in environmental planning. Awarded CHMC scholarship.

Honours B.A.

Bishop’s University (1982 - 1986)

Earned honours degree in Political Science.
Graduated with first class distinction.

Professional development

UX Writing in Practice Micro credit

Seneca College, Toronto (Sept - Nov 2021)

Learn UX writing standards (e.g. style guide, user flow, testing).
Create onboarding copy doc with Figma.

UX Writing Fundamentals Micro credit

Seneca College, Toronto (June - Aug 2021)

Essential UX writing best practices (e.g. voice, actions, labels).

E-Learning Instructional Design and Development Certificate

Oregon State University (2018 – 2019)

180-hour program covered essential components of e-learning course design and delivery. Coursework included assessment and evaluation, course design, and a practicum.

Simplified Technical English (STE) Workshop

Shufrans TechDocs (February 2019)

Completed two-day live online course that teaches controlled language for manuals.

Beyond the Content: Advanced Topics to Develop Your TC Career Certificate

Society for Technical Communication (2019)

Learned advanced technical communication topics (e.g. help authoring, minimalism, tutorials).

TechComm Fundamentals Bootcamp Certificate

Society for Technical Communication (2018)

Learned essential technical communication topics (e.g. writing style, procedures, hazards).