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Year 11 - Computing

Creating a multi-page website

Digital media

Unit Summary

In this unit pupils will develop pre-production skills used in digital media. They will learn the importance of understanding client requirements, planning, developing timeframes and the steps involved in these processes. They will be exposed to a variety of software tools and learn how to use them.

Lesson Summary

You will learn to explain the different features of a good website and follow a plan to create a multi-page website.

Key Notes

  • All websites are built using HTML — even if site-building software is used, HTML is in the background.
  • CSS is used for creating styles to use throughout the process of creating a website.
  • Web design software allows a drag-and-drop approach to creating a website.
  • You need a domain name and hosting to create your own website.

Vocabulary To Learn

  • HTML: HyperText Markup Language, which is used to define and structure content on web pages
  • domain name: a memorable address used to identify a website or other resource on the internet

Common Mistakes To Avoid

  • Websites require specialist knowledge to create and publish.

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

1. Describe the system or process from this lesson in clear steps.

All websites are built using HTML — even if site-building software is used, HTML is in the background. CSS is used for creating styles to use throughout the process of creating a website.

2. Define this computing term and give one practical example. 'HTML'

HyperText Markup Language, which is used to define and structure content on web pages. Add one real device or system example to prove understanding.

3. Correct this common computing misconception.

Mistake: Websites require specialist knowledge to create and publish. Correction: Drag-and-drop software and online platforms allow anyone to create and publish a website easily.

More Lessons In This Unit

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