Class 2: Introduction to Design for the WWW

Introduction to Design for the World Wide Web

Overview

Class 2 Topics	Designing for nonlinear navigation Searching for information; directories vs. search engines Importance of download time All about HTML Characteristics of a web design company Process of web design

Class exercise	To be handed in with homework: (Please make sure your name and the date are on each assignment) 1. Use three different search engines/directories to search for information on a specific topic. Document your search results for each search engine. 2. Examine at least three of the sites from your search lists. Document your own observations regarding navigation, ease of use, page load times, branding, and basic look and feel.

Homework	To be handed in with above in class exercise: Search for web sites of companies that offer web design services. Evaulate the sites of at least three companies. Write a one paragraph synopsis for each. Remember to include the http address of each. Read chapters 3-5. Research topic for final project.

Reference	http://www.cnet.com/webbuilding/0-3880.html http://www.htmlprimer.com http://www.davesite.com/webstation/html/ http://www.webteacher.org

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