Year 11 - Computing
Web based project I
HTML programming project
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Unit Summary
In this unit pupils will explore how websites are displayed within a browser using HTML and CSS. They will examine how websites are requested and delivered to our computer via the internet and the WWW. They will create the structure of a website using HTML and change the styling using CSS.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to plan and build a structured website using HTML for content and CSS for styling, applying key web design principles.
Key Notes
- User requirements help define the purpose and features of the website.
- Wireframes and site maps help plan the structure and navigation of a website before coding.
- HTML provides the structure of each page, using semantic elements to make content more accessible and readable.
- CSS is used to create a consistent styling to match the original design plan.
Vocabulary To Learn
- user requirement: something that the target audience wants in relation to the product
- semantic HTML: HTML elements that clearly describe their meaning and role in a web page
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- I don't need a wireframe or site map, I can just start coding.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Describe the system or process from this lesson in clear steps.
User requirements help define the purpose and features of the website. Wireframes and site maps help plan the structure and navigation of a website before coding.
2. Define this computing term and give one practical example. 'user requirement'
something that the target audience wants in relation to the product. Add one real device or system example to prove understanding.
3. Correct this common computing misconception.
Mistake: I don't need a wireframe or site map, I can just start coding. Correction: Planning is a key step in web development. A wireframe helps you decide where things go before writing any code, and a site map ensures you know how pages connect. Skipping planning often leads to messy code and confusing navigation.
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