Class description
Students receive instruction in how to create and view web pages using software that comes with any personal computer. The course covers placement and formatting of text, images, lists, tables, links, design tips and basic web page structures using HTML (HyperText Markup Language). Options for setting up your own web site are discussed. A brief history of the World Wide Web and future expectations is also provided. Hands-on exercises are included. Students also receive a copy of course materials on floppy disk for use and review at home.
Students having laptop computers are encouraged to bring them to the class sessions, as the number of laptops available from MOAH is limited. Please tell us if you will bring your own laptop when you register for the course.
Age range: 10 and up
Maximum class size: 15 students
Related web sites
Internet Society: Internet Histories, http://www.isoc.org/internet/history/
Internet Timeline: http://www.zakon.org/robert/internet/timeline/
A Little History of the World Wide Web: http://www.w3.org/History.html
Tim Berners-Lee: Frequently asked questions: http://www.w3.org/People/Berners-Lee/FAQ.html
Recommended reference list
HTML and XHTML: The Definitive Guide, Chuck Musciano and Bill Kennedy, O'Reilly & Associates, 2000, 2003
HTML 4 for Dummies, Ed Tittel, IDG Books
Using HTML 4, Lee Anne Philips, Que Press, 1998
Web Design in a Nutshell (2nd Edition), Jennifer Niederst, O'Reilly & Associates, 2001
These books may be available in public libraries. There are many usable books on the subject.
Registration must be completed 2 weeks prior to start of class.
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This page last updated: August 29, 2004 |