Class 3: Introduction to Design for the WWW

Introduction to Design for the World Wide Web

Overview

Class 3 Topics	Quiz Characteristics of a web design company Process of web design Information Architecture Navigation Look and feel First impressions Advertising Discuss website ideas Design a site map More HTML tags

Class exercise	1. Locate three sites that contain similar content to the site you plan to create. How will you make your site unique? 2. Locate three additional sites that use a navigation scheme that you might be able to incorporate into your site. 2. Code two pages that link to each other. The pages should include html, head, body, a href and img src commands. 3. Experiment with different types of list formatting.

Homework	To be handed in: Write a proposal for your website. Identify your audience. Describe the content. Indicate the types of graphics you plan to use. Make a list of content areas. Create a site map. Read Chapter 6.

Reference	Microsoft's User Testing Results Site Sturcture Tips More Site Sturcture Tips

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