Introduction
Through the Internet and Beyond: Basic HTML
Visualization of how the internet works.
The Internet: a global network connecting billions of electronic devices.
At this day and age, billions of people worldwide already
has access and use the internet on a regular basis. This fact, however,
is no longer surprising due to the vast amounts of information available.
In terms of education, the internet has become one of the most
valuable tools for studying given the numerous references that can be used
in just a manner of seconds. Electronic libraries shows great efficiency for
researchers who wants up-to-date knowledge, given the possibility of age and
advancements in the field of science and technology making information in
printed books obsolete.
Important information such as these, is within our reach through the
World Wide Web. It is a system of interlinked hypertext documents that can be
accessed via the internet. Through web browsers like Safari, Chrome, and the
like, we can view various web pages which contain the materials we need, whether
it be in textual form or multimedia, websites make it easy for us to scroll through.
A website is a set of related web pages served from a single web domain. From culture
to business to education and employment, its multitude of known uses and those yet to
be discovered are just some of the reasons why people develop websites.
Anyone can make a website. This WebQuest will help you create
your very own website. Its fun, quick, and easy through HTML
or Hyper Text Markup Language.
Are you up to the challenge? Let's get started!
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Task
Greetings, aspiring Web Developers!
Your task is to create a simple yet interesting web page.
Unleash your creativity! Explore different ideas, choose any random topic,
and design it all you want. You will be given references to guide you through
the process. HTML will be the main language you will use.
Have fun!
Process
Step-by-step process for website success.
1. Begin by opening the Notepad on your computer;
or download Notepad++, install, then open it.
2. Read the introduction in this site.
Make your initial code simple enough and type it on your notepad.
3. Save it as any filename with a .html extension.
4. Locate the file and double click on it. Watch
as your first webpage is opened by your default web browser.
5. If you want to improve your present website and learn more advanced
designs for any of your future projects, check out the links on this page.
Evaluation
Evaluate yourself!
| YES | NO |
1. Is your website's code simple and understandable?
2. Are the contents of your website original?
3. Are the information presented in your website helpful and/or interesting?
4. Is your website appealing or has a consistency in its design?
5. Is it user-friendly and easy to navigate through?
6. Is it well-constructed?
7. Does it load fast?
8. Is your website functional?
9. Does it have a contrasting color scheme?
10. Is your website secure?
If you answered "Yes" in:
1-4 questions - Needs more practice.
5-7 questions - Satisfactory.
8-9 questions - You were able to understand the lesson well.
Perfect 10 - Excellent!
Conclusion
You have successfully finished the WebQuest!
I hope you enjoyed learning and creating your own website!
Make sure to use your knowledge wisely. Happy programming!
Credits
Resources:
- google.com : images used
- w3schools.com : HTML Tutorials
- notepad-plus-plus.org : free download of text editor
- chrome.google.com : official Google Chrome website
- apple.com/safari : official Safari website
Teacher Page
WebQuest Author: Jhazmine Nabor