HTML 4 for the WWW: Visual QuickStart Guide; Castro; Peachpit Press

Course Description:

• Describe modules and links, discussing the factors that influence decision about them in a design state;
• Organize information around restrictions imposed by Internet;
• Create consistency of style, content, and size across web pages;
• Determine appropriate size and content of webpage;
• Determine what part of each page needs a link, where the link takes the readers, how to let the reader know the link exists, and when to put a link to a remote page;
• Compare the way information is organized against the way the audience will approach it to determine a document structure;
• Define a design structure that fits both the content of the information and the requirements of the audience;
• Use a variety of methods to let users know what information is available;
• Describe successful strategies in laying out paths between pages;
• Create a web page;
• Participate in class critique.

Assessment:

Evaluation is based on the successful completion of the following requirements. You will be graded on a point system for each projects: A = 3pts.; B = 2pt.; C = 1pt.; and F = 0pt. At the end of the semester each points will be averaged and calculated for the overall final grade. The grading system below describes the percentage of each criteria for the overall grade.

Grading System
Individual Project = 40%
Group Project = 40%
Test = 10%
Attendance = 10% (attendance is critical in order to keep up with the course load and group project. An accumulation of more than four absences lead to no points received.)

Projects:

Individual Project:
This project requires you to develop a personal website throughout the semester. This project is for you to practice on what you have learn each week and to develop a presentable website. Your website could be any one of the following:
• a professional website that presents samples of your work and resume;
• a personal website showcasing your life and interest;
• or a special interest website that focuses on a specific topic that you are interested in such as sport, hobby, organization, etc.

The weekly assignments outlined in the course schedule is designed for you to work on this individual project. You will work on the website each week by completing the weekly assignments as dated in the schedule. Each assignment is built on top of one another. Hence you will complete this assignment by the end of the semester.

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For the Grade of C you must successfully:
• complete six out of eight weekly assignments;
• develop at least 3 pages for your website.

For the Grade of B you must successfully:
• complete seven out of eight weekly assignments;
• develop at least four pages for your website.

For the Grade of A you must successfully:
• complete all eight weekly assignments;
• develop five or more pages for your website.

Group Project:
This course is to assist you in preparing for the real world of web development. Hence you will spend the second half of the semester creating a website for a real client. The instructor will provide you the client¹s request and the materials to develop the website. In addition, you will access to the client for communication.

You will work on this project in a group environment. The instructor will assign the group members. This group project must demonstrate skills that you have learned throughout the semester. Technical proficiency and creativity are the primary criteria for evaluation.

Each member must be solely responsible for a specific section of the website. This means that the person has to be responsible for the text layout, graphics, script, and any other tasks relating to the section. Furthermore, each group must elect a team captain who facilitates the production flow and duties of the groups.

The group must first submit a proposal that defines the following item:
• Client's name
• Goal(s): Provide a brief description of the website. Explain what you want the audience to understand or accomplish after viewing the website.
• Intended Audience: Define who will benefit from viewing your project. Think about professions, age group, interests, etc.
• Responsibility: Name each group member and define the section(s) each member is responsible for as clearly as possible.

Each group must turn in a proposal at the specified time written in the schedule. The instructor will examine and approve of each member¹s responsibility load.

Evaluation: Grading is based on individual work. Each group member¹s grade is not dependent on the performance or accomplishment of other members. Each student will be graded solely by his or her work and achievements.

Evaluation is based on three criteria:
• completion of each individual¹s work as outlined in the proposal;
• the overall quality of the individual¹s work; and
• an overall consistency with the website. In other words, there should be a consistent interface and navigational flow for each section. The entire group must decide on the consistency issue and each member must adhere to them.

Attendance and Participation:

Academic Integrity:

Open Lab Time
and Policy:

Your labs are located in Winship 151 and 152. They are open seven days a week. Please check "LAB INFO" of this website for availability of open labs. You can use the lab at any of the posted times, but depend on your instructor to be able to answer all your questions about the software. Sign in when you arrive. The computers in both labs have been configured to meet the needs of all courses. Please do not reconfigure the system set up. If you are experiencing difficulty, contact the lab assistants or instructors for assistant. In addition, please follow all directions posted in the labs.

Important Note> The lab assistants and instructors reserve the right to ask you to leave the labs in event of disruptive behavior, illegal activities, or malicious intent on the computer.

Virus Protection:

Learning Resources Centers:

Learning Support Centers:

Internet and Email

The District provides computing and network resources to students. Students are encouraged to use the computers, software packages, and electronic mail (e-mail), for educational or District-related activities and to facilitate the efficient exchange of useful information. However, the equipment, software and network capacities provided through the District computer services are and remain the property of the District. Use of the equipment and networks is to comport with the policies and procedures of the District, and access may be denied to any student who fails to comply with the District's policies and procedures regarding its use.

Access to the District's e-mail and similar electronic communication systems are a privilege and certain responsibilities accompany that privilege. District users are expected to demonstrate the same level of ethical and professional manner, as is required in face-to-face or written communications. Anonymous or forged messages will be treated as a violation of this policy.

NOTE: North Harris College provides reasonable accommodations, in compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please inform your professor of any special accommodations which you may need as a result of disability. It is the student¹s responsibility to request these accommodations.