Distance Learning Developer at Pearson School Systems
Greater San Diego Area
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- Distance Learning Developer at Pearson
- Past
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- Strategic Database Consultant at Pearson School Systems
- Product Analyst at Apple Computer, Inc.
- Account Executive at New Horizons Computer Learning Centers
- Education
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- University of Phoenix
- Morehead State University
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Angela Fardo’s Summary
I am an accomplished and highly motivated distance learning developer, business analyst and educational database (SIS) consultant with a proven track record of providing superior customer service and advanced problem-solving.
Angela Fardo’s Specialties:
Database management, student information systems, web based curriculum development, technical training and needs assessment.
Angela Fardo’s Experience
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Distance Learning Developer
Pearson
(Public Company; PSO; Publishing industry)
June 2008 — Present (1 year 6 months)
Creation and development of high quality web based course materials including video, audio, simulation, assessments and web tools. Provide creative solutions and problem solving using multimedia, as well as quality assurance testing for learning interactions. Support the professional development of e-learning skills for our instructional team. Utilization of a variety of multimedia tools to deliver content.
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Strategic Database Consultant
Pearson School Systems
(Public Company; 10,001 or more employees; PSO; Computer Software industry)
June 2006 — June 2008 (2 years 1 month)
Contract trainer and consultant offering database administration expertise and strategies, technical solutions and best business practices for student information systems software. Provide needs assessment and beginner to advanced technical training and consulting to database administrators, superintendents, principals, educators and end users for the PowerSchool SIS (Student Information Systems).
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Product Analyst
Apple Computer, Inc.
(Public Company; AAPL; Computer Software industry)
March 2003 — February 2006 (3 years )
Research and gather requirements for product design through customer interaction, as well as hands-on knowledge and research of the market place. Responsible for designing and documenting functional requirements and process workflow through JAD sessions. Enhance current database functionality and gather feature enhancements for new product functionality for a SIS (Student Information System) in the K-12 Industry. Provide detailed process analysis and content to training, quality assurance, and documentation departments.
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Account Executive
New Horizons Computer Learning Centers
(Public Company; E-Learning industry)
January 2001 — December 2001 (1 year )
Sales associate responsible for sales of Microsoft, Novell and Cisco training. Duties included researching for prospective customers, providing training solutions for companies and individuals and handling of accounts database. Certifications obtained in this position included Novell Education Expert and CIW sales associate.
Angela Fardo’s Education
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University of Phoenix
Masters , e-Learning, curriculum development, educational technology , 2001 — 2003
Received a Master of Arts in Education with a specialization in E-Learning and web based curriculum development. The program covered topics including storyboarding, courseware modeling, needs assessment, adult learning theories, instructional design, multiple distance education modalities, and effective evaluation practices using the ADDIE model. This also included the development of written and web-based curriculum using a variety of tools such as Macromedia Flash Interactions and DreamWeaver Extensions.
- Activities and Societies:
- Dean's List - Maintained a 4.0 GPA throughout the program.
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Morehead State University
Bachelors , Elementary Education , 1990 — 1997
Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education (Teacher Certification Program), Minor in Studio Art.
- Activities and Societies:
- Delta Zeta
