How to Improve a Website with a Redesign
A 25-part course with Kristen Palana
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I'm an American/Portuguese multidisciplinary artist based in Malawi. After decades as a digital artist, in 2021 I reconnected with my fine art roots. Inspired by the lofty mission statements and goals used by the world’s top organizations, my mixed... View ProfileDetails
- Total Time 1 hr, 50 min
- Lessons 25
- Attachments 8
- Exercises 52
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68 CQ
25 Lessons in This Course
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2 minWeb Development lesson 12 CQ
Before redesigning your website, take a step back and consider all the benefits in this web design overview lesson with Digital Media professor Kristen Palana.
with Kristen PalanaBefore redesigning your website, take a step back and consider all the benefits in this web design overview lesson with Digital Media professor Kristen Palana.
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2 minUI/UX Design lesson 22 CQ
In this lesson, learn how to examine your website and decide what you want to change, including what content you want to delete, revise, or add.
with Kristen PalanaIn this lesson, learn how to examine your website and decide what you want to change, including what content you want to delete, revise, or add.
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3 minUI/UX Design lesson 32 CQ
In this lesson, learn how to create a site inventory that contains everything you want in your new website, then discover how to make a navigation chart.
with Kristen PalanaIn this lesson, learn how to create a site inventory that contains everything you want in your new website, then discover how to make a navigation chart.
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3 minWeb Development lesson 42 CQ
There's lots of choices to make when it comes to your website's design! In this lesson, learn how to pick colors, fonts, images, layout, and the overall tone.
with Kristen PalanaThere's lots of choices to make when it comes to your website's design! In this lesson, learn how to pick colors, fonts, images, layout, and the overall tone.
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2 minWeb Development lesson 52 CQ
In this lesson, review what you should consider when picking a theme for your website, and learn about the themes available at Elegant Themes, like Divi Theme.
with Kristen PalanaIn this lesson, review what you should consider when picking a theme for your website, and learn about the themes available at Elegant Themes, like Divi Theme.
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2 minWeb Development lesson 62 CQ
In this WordPress lesson, learn how to upload your logo and favicon to the Divi theme and examine your results. Plus, get a preview of the next steps!
with Kristen PalanaIn this WordPress lesson, learn how to upload your logo and favicon to the Divi theme and examine your results. Plus, get a preview of the next steps!
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5 minWeb Development lesson 73 CQ
In this WordPress lesson, simplify your menu by creating parent and child pages with dropdown menus, adding a search function, customizing your theme, and more.
with Kristen PalanaIn this WordPress lesson, simplify your menu by creating parent and child pages with dropdown menus, adding a search function, customizing your theme, and more.
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2 minWeb Development lesson 82 CQ
In this lesson, learn how to begin creating a new home page using WordPress, plus find out how to use Divi Builder as an option for creating a home page too.
with Kristen PalanaIn this lesson, learn how to begin creating a new home page using WordPress, plus find out how to use Divi Builder as an option for creating a home page too.
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2 minWeb Development lesson 92 CQ
The Divi template offers lots of pre-built layouts. In this WordPress lesson, learn how to sort through and load a pre-built layout from Divi for your site.
with Kristen PalanaThe Divi template offers lots of pre-built layouts. In this WordPress lesson, learn how to sort through and load a pre-built layout from Divi for your site.
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3 minFREEWeb Development lesson 10Free2 CQ
In this WordPress lesson, discover how to create a static homepage using a Divi homepage template, and learn how to delete the features that you don't want.
with Kristen PalanaIn this WordPress lesson, discover how to create a static homepage using a Divi homepage template, and learn how to delete the features that you don't want.
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5 minWeb Development lesson 113 CQ
Want to add design-savvy sliders to spice up your website? In this lesson, learn how to make gorgeous fullwidth sliders using the Divi theme in WordPress.
with Kristen PalanaWant to add design-savvy sliders to spice up your website? In this lesson, learn how to make gorgeous fullwidth sliders using the Divi theme in WordPress.
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2 minUI/UX Design lesson 122 CQ
Take a step back to see how far you've come in building your WordPress site using the Divi theme. See if your pages work, and note any changes you want to make.
with Kristen PalanaTake a step back to see how far you've come in building your WordPress site using the Divi theme. See if your pages work, and note any changes you want to make.
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3 minWeb Development lesson 132 CQ
In this WordPress lesson using a Divi theme, check out your general settings and your permalinks settings, then set up the URLs to your social media icons.
with Kristen PalanaIn this WordPress lesson using a Divi theme, check out your general settings and your permalinks settings, then set up the URLs to your social media icons.
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4 minWeb Development lesson 143 CQ
In this Divi-themed WordPress lesson, learn how to use the theme customizer to easily make live changes to your layout, font, color scheme, and more!
with Kristen PalanaIn this Divi-themed WordPress lesson, learn how to use the theme customizer to easily make live changes to your layout, font, color scheme, and more!
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3 minWeb Development lesson 152 CQ
In this WordPress lesson, review how to use the Divi blurb module to easily set up your blurbs and images and preview them. Plus, learn about Yoast SEO.
with Kristen PalanaIn this WordPress lesson, review how to use the Divi blurb module to easily set up your blurbs and images and preview them. Plus, learn about Yoast SEO.
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7 minUI/UX Design lesson 164 CQ
Continue developing your WordPress website and start working with the Fullwidth Slider Module Settings to add a new slide and images optimized for the web.
with Kristen PalanaContinue developing your WordPress website and start working with the Fullwidth Slider Module Settings to add a new slide and images optimized for the web.
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3 minWeb Development lesson 172 CQ
In this lesson, learn how to set up testimonials on your WordPress page using Divi's Testimonial Module and review all of the different settings available.
with Kristen PalanaIn this lesson, learn how to set up testimonials on your WordPress page using Divi's Testimonial Module and review all of the different settings available.
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4 minWeb Development lesson 183 CQ
In this lesson using the Divi theme, learn how to adjust the Email Optin Module Settings so you can add the subscribe to newsletter option on your website.
with Kristen PalanaIn this lesson using the Divi theme, learn how to adjust the Email Optin Module Settings so you can add the subscribe to newsletter option on your website.
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6 minWeb Development lesson 194 CQ
In this WordPress lesson on the Divi theme, examine About Page template options offered in Divi, then review how to design your own About Page.
with Kristen PalanaIn this WordPress lesson on the Divi theme, examine About Page template options offered in Divi, then review how to design your own About Page.
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4 minWeb Development lesson 203 CQ
A Contact Page is an essential part of your website. In this WordPress lesson, create a Contact Page using the Divi theme and review how to edit the modules.
with Kristen PalanaA Contact Page is an essential part of your website. In this WordPress lesson, create a Contact Page using the Divi theme and review how to edit the modules.
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4 minWeb Development lesson 213 CQ
In this WordPress lesson, learn how to use your sidebar to add an image of yourself, as well as some "About Me" information and a variety of widgets.
with Kristen PalanaIn this WordPress lesson, learn how to use your sidebar to add an image of yourself, as well as some "About Me" information and a variety of widgets.
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10 minWeb Development lesson 226 CQ
In this WordPress lesson, learn how to use the Elegant Theme Bloom plugin to create an opt-in form on your website, then explore its various settings.
with Kristen PalanaIn this WordPress lesson, learn how to use the Elegant Theme Bloom plugin to create an opt-in form on your website, then explore its various settings.
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6 minWeb Development lesson 234 CQ
In this lesson, learn about a plugin offered by Elegant Themes called Monarch, which is great for sharing your social media on your Wordpress website.
with Kristen PalanaIn this lesson, learn about a plugin offered by Elegant Themes called Monarch, which is great for sharing your social media on your Wordpress website.
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7 minWeb Development lesson 244 CQ
In this Wordpress lesson, compare the default builder with the Divi builder blog modules, and check out the Divi module general and advanced settings in depth.
with Kristen PalanaIn this Wordpress lesson, compare the default builder with the Divi builder blog modules, and check out the Divi module general and advanced settings in depth.
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3 minWeb Development lesson 252 CQ
In this WordPress lesson, review all of the benefits and improvements that come with spending time to revamp your website. Improve your site, improve your biz!
with Kristen PalanaIn this WordPress lesson, review all of the benefits and improvements that come with spending time to revamp your website. Improve your site, improve your biz!
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1246 min12-part Adobe Suite course27 CQ
Follow digital media guru Kristen Palana as she introduces the basics of Adobe Illustrator, shows how to find a reference photo, and demonstrates how to create an illustration, from lines to color.
with Kristen PalanaFollow digital media guru Kristen Palana as she introduces the basics of Adobe Illustrator, shows how to find a reference photo, and demonstrates how to create an illustration, from lines to color.
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1274 min12-part Adobe Suite course44 CQ
Multimedia artist and videographer Kristen Palana demonstrates how to use a combination of video and digital drawings to make truly inspired frame animations in this Photoshop course.
with Kristen PalanaMultimedia artist and videographer Kristen Palana demonstrates how to use a combination of video and digital drawings to make truly inspired frame animations in this Photoshop course.
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1354 min13-part Web Development course35 CQ
From touring the WordPress dashboard and creating your first post, to configuring settings and permissions, learn how to get started with WordPress in this course designed for beginners.
with Kristen PalanaFrom touring the WordPress dashboard and creating your first post, to configuring settings and permissions, learn how to get started with WordPress in this course designed for beginners.
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1069 min10-part Color Theory course39 CQ
Learn how to use color theory to your advantage with the tips presented in this course. Review the effects of the major colors and learn how to use them strategically in design and daily life.
with Kristen PalanaLearn how to use color theory to your advantage with the tips presented in this course. Review the effects of the major colors and learn how to use them strategically in design and daily life.
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728 min7-part Video Editing course18 CQ
Are you interested in revamping your business brand and gaining more publicity? Creating a promotional video in iMovie is easy with guidance from experienced digital media Professor Kristen Palana.
with Kristen PalanaAre you interested in revamping your business brand and gaining more publicity? Creating a promotional video in iMovie is easy with guidance from experienced digital media Professor Kristen Palana.
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60671 min60-part UI/UX Design course363 CQ
Understanding the technical aspects of application development is tough enough, and if coders made apps for themselves, that would be the only important thing. Yet out in the world, programmers face demanding clients and users. In this course, learn the principles of User Experience Design. Review how to plan and scope a project, identify user needs, manage the project team, and finally test and prototype a functional, navigable, and visually appealing app that pleases the client and the user.
with LearnToProgramUnderstanding the technical aspects of application development is tough enough, and if coders made apps for themselves, that would be the only important thing. Yet out in the world, programmers face demanding clients and users. In this course, learn the principles of User Experience Design. Review how to plan and scope a project, identify user needs, manage the project team, and finally test and prototype a functional, navigable, and visually appealing app that pleases the client and the user.
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14245 min14-part UI/UX Design course130 CQ
Different devices have different browsing viewports. In this course, learn how to create a responsive design webpage so your website’s text, images, and videos scale appropriately with browser size!
with Brian Wood TrainingDifferent devices have different browsing viewports. In this course, learn how to create a responsive design webpage so your website’s text, images, and videos scale appropriately with browser size!
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10121 min10-part UI/UX Design course66 CQ
CSS animations and transitions allow web developers to create dynamic graphical user interface without JavaScript. Learn how to improve user experience with relatively simple CSS coding and syntax.
CSS animations and transitions allow web developers to create dynamic graphical user interface without JavaScript. Learn how to improve user experience with relatively simple CSS coding and syntax.
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33171 min33-part UI/UX Design course101 CQ
If you're familiar with writing HTML, Java, or CSS -- then you know that there's more to creating a website or app than just writing reliable code. The project also needs the right look and feel to engage the user and provide a high-quality user experience. In this course, learn about the fundamental principles of design. Learn about using color, space, typography, layout hierarchy, and more. Finally, review user expectations and learn how to create a design that meets them!
with LearnToProgramIf you're familiar with writing HTML, Java, or CSS -- then you know that there's more to creating a website or app than just writing reliable code. The project also needs the right look and feel to engage the user and provide a high-quality user experience. In this course, learn about the fundamental principles of design. Learn about using color, space, typography, layout hierarchy, and more. Finally, review user expectations and learn how to create a design that meets them!
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25110 min25-part UI/UX Design course68 CQ
If you're considering redesigning your website, this essential course from Digital Media professor Kristen Palana covers how to take an old website and give it a makeover to boost your web presence!
with Kristen PalanaIf you're considering redesigning your website, this essential course from Digital Media professor Kristen Palana covers how to take an old website and give it a makeover to boost your web presence!
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10151 min10-part Marketing course79 CQ
The internet is a vast world waiting for you to utilize its marketing resources. Internet marketing expert NT Izuchi shares invaluable secrets to getting site visitors and ultimately, paid customers.
with NT IzuchiThe internet is a vast world waiting for you to utilize its marketing resources. Internet marketing expert NT Izuchi shares invaluable secrets to getting site visitors and ultimately, paid customers.
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880 min8-part Entrepreneurship course44 CQ
Join in with this course from Bitesize Business School to review the basics of branding. Covered are tips for creating a cohesive brand using the perfect company name, logo, website, and more.
Join in with this course from Bitesize Business School to review the basics of branding. Covered are tips for creating a cohesive brand using the perfect company name, logo, website, and more.
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1098 min10-part Marketing course55 CQ
Learn how to use stories to market your business and gain trusted customers! Content marketing ninja Kevin Campbell breaks down tried and true story-selling methods with real-world examples.
with Kevin Campbell FilmsLearn how to use stories to market your business and gain trusted customers! Content marketing ninja Kevin Campbell breaks down tried and true story-selling methods with real-world examples.
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640 min6-part Entrepreneurship course23 CQ
What are digital information products and how can they help your business grow? In this course, learn how to create information products that'll generate new leads and satisfy existing customers.
with Vladimir RaykovWhat are digital information products and how can they help your business grow? In this course, learn how to create information products that'll generate new leads and satisfy existing customers.
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524 min5-part Social Media course15 CQ
Would you like to add thousands of followers to your Instagram account for free? In this social media marketing course for beginners, learn strategies to boost your presence on social media.
with Vladimir RaykovWould you like to add thousands of followers to your Instagram account for free? In this social media marketing course for beginners, learn strategies to boost your presence on social media.
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759 min7-part Web Development course34 CQ
This beginner-level course is designed to help you learn the basics of web page design using HyperText Markup Language. Gain more control over your pages by learning to use stylesheets!
This beginner-level course is designed to help you learn the basics of web page design using HyperText Markup Language. Gain more control over your pages by learning to use stylesheets!
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19140 min19-part Software Development course80 CQ
Want to add a layer of interactivity to your HTML website without wasting time on a programming language that isn’t built to last? Whether you’re new to coding or looking to brush up on old skills, you’ll find everything you need to know about JavaScript basics in these 19 lessons. Learn how to use operators, variables, conditional statements, loops, and more. By the end of this course, you should have the necessary tools to start building your own dynamic website or browser-based game.
with LearnToProgramWant to add a layer of interactivity to your HTML website without wasting time on a programming language that isn’t built to last? Whether you’re new to coding or looking to brush up on old skills, you’ll find everything you need to know about JavaScript basics in these 19 lessons. Learn how to use operators, variables, conditional statements, loops, and more. By the end of this course, you should have the necessary tools to start building your own dynamic website or browser-based game.
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39360 min39-part Web Development course202 CQ
Build a fully featured mobile app using HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, and AJAX. Structure and format the app using HTML5 and CSS, then use a variety of coding languages to enable more features.
with LearnToProgramBuild a fully featured mobile app using HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, and AJAX. Structure and format the app using HTML5 and CSS, then use a variety of coding languages to enable more features.
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25110 min25-part UI/UX Design course68 CQ
If you're considering redesigning your website, this essential course from Digital Media professor Kristen Palana covers how to take an old website and give it a makeover to boost your web presence!
with Kristen PalanaIf you're considering redesigning your website, this essential course from Digital Media professor Kristen Palana covers how to take an old website and give it a makeover to boost your web presence!
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762 min7-part Web Development course37 CQ
Are you an ASP.NET Model View Controller (MVC) developer looking to learn an HTML-based structural framework for dynamic web apps? Get introduced to AngularJS in this coding course.
Are you an ASP.NET Model View Controller (MVC) developer looking to learn an HTML-based structural framework for dynamic web apps? Get introduced to AngularJS in this coding course.