Dr. W. Davis, Teacher, Ed.D., ED.S., M.Ed.
Email: [email protected]
.Building: North, Rm:C360 Planning Period: P2 Web Design Period 7 Grade 12
School Year, 2013-2014
Web Design Periods P7, Grade 11 & 12 2013-2014 Dr. W. Davis, Business Education Teacher Email: [email protected] Building: Central, Rm: C360 Planning Period: P2
Course Syllabus
Course Description: In this course, students will learn step-by-step instructions and in-depth explanations of the features of the HTML (Hypertext Markup Language) and Digital Design: Foundations of Web Design is a two-semester, project-based curriculum that teaches digital communication skills in the context of the professional web design and development process, using Adobe Web tools. Digital Design develops four key skill areas: Project management and collaboration; Design; Research and communication; Professional web-authoring tools. Digital Web Design addresses each of these areas, using a project-based/evaluation approach. To simulate a professional classroom environment, students gradually migrate their design work from an individual process to a group process. Design and technical work by its very nature is repetition, so the projects contain activities that require students to evaluate and then redesign and rework their communications. Specific attention has been paid to developing concepts and principles for thorough, effective design. Standards-Based Performance Assessment Course Objective: Upon completion of this course students should be able to demonstrate skills and knowledge in the following content standards: Define terms associated with the World Wide Web, HTML and emerging technologies. Demonstrate knowledge of the Internet and the various tools utilized including: Browsers, FTP clients, compression utilities, and file management. Demonstrate an understanding of basic Web design principles and structures. Demonstrate knowledge of how to design and create effective and structured Web pages using Dreamweaver, Fireworks, HTML, CSS and other emerging technologies. Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of image compression; utilizing various tools and techniques. Demonstrate knowledge of appropriate use of color and typography on the Web. Demonstrate knowledge of Client Web site production and development. Demonstrate knowledge of copyright rules(related terms, permission and citing copyrighted material) Understanding the CS4 Dreamweaver, Fireworks interface. The course outline can be modified any time during the school year if necessary.
Course Outline August-September: Understand the World Wide Web, HTML, and emerging technologies September-October: Understand the Internet (Browsers, FTP clients, compression utilities, and file management October-November: Understanding and developing Web design principles and structures (Create web pages (YOLA.com)) November-December: Design/create effective and structured Web pages using Dreamweaver, Fireworks, HTML, CSS December-January: Understand the importance of image compression January-February: Apply appropriate use of color and typography on the Web February-March: Apply Client Web site production and development March-April: Apply appropriate copyright rules
April-May:
Creating web pages in CS4 Dreamweaver, Fireworks interface
Prerequisites: 11 and 12 grade Textbooks: Introduction to Web Design using Dreamweaver Teachers Textbooks: Introduction to Web Design using Dreamweaver Student supplies needed Pens, pencils, lined paper, 1-1/2 binder, Flash Drive (4 to 8 gigabytes), and a positive learning attitude. Equipment: Smart Board, Computers (IMB and Macs); IPads, Printers; Digital Camera /Video Camera. Attendance Policy: Studentsareexpectedtoattendclassesregularly.Studentsare responsiblefor materialcoveredduringtheir absences,anditisthestudents responsibilitytoconsultwith instructors formakeupassignments. Attendanceistaken withinthefirst10minutesoftheclass session. Tardiness: Students must be on time for class. A student who arrive one minute after the bell rings is considered tardy. See Student Handbook. QualityofExecution: Complete top-notch content information.Striveforexcellence.Allworkshouldbe an attemptatportfolioquality. Grading Policy: A semester grade is determined by a compilation of the percentage of actual points earned, against the maximum points possible for the entire semester. To submit portfolio quality, your workwillbe assessedonfive levels: Standards-Based Grade Point Scale Grade Percentage A 90-100 B 80-89 C 70-79 D 60-69 F 59 and below
Grade 4.0 Excellent 3.0 Good 2.0 Average 1.0 Poor 0 (Student Failure is not option)
The grade for the semester will be determined as follows: Percent Item 10% Beginning Activity 20% Participation (Individual/Group/Pairs) 30% Assignments 20% Final Exam (Comprehensive)
20% Assessments (tests, etc.) N/A Homework Total 100%
School Uniforms The Normandy School District requires all students to wear required school uniforms throughout the school day. Class Expectations (See Attachment B) Student Signature: ________________________________ Date: _________________ Parents Signature: _______________________________ Date: _________________ Mission Statement The Normandy School district will provide a quality education for all students by creating a learning community with high expectations for academic achievement.
