### Lesson Plan: Web Design Introduction
#### Grade: Senior Secondary 2
#### Subject: Data Processing
#### Topic: Web Design Introduction
#### Duration: 2 hours
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### Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:
1. Understand the basic concepts of web design.
2. Identify and describe the primary components of a web page.
3. Create a simple web page using HTML and CSS.
4. Appreciate the importance of web design in the modern digital world.
### Materials Needed:
- Computer or laptop for each student
- Internet access
- Notepad++ or any code editor
- Projector and screen
- Handouts on HTML and CSS basics
- Example websites (URLs for examples)
- Flashcards with HTML and CSS tags
### Lesson Outline:
#### Introduction (15 minutes)
1. **Warm-Up Activity:**
- Ask students to share websites they frequently visit and discuss what they like or dislike about the design.
- Discuss the importance of web design in enhancing user experience.
2. **Learning Objectives:**
- Briefly go over the lesson objectives with the class to set the expectations for the lesson.
#### Direct Instruction (30 minutes)
1. **Introduction to Web Design:**
- Define web design and explain the role of web designers in creating websites.
- Discuss the basic goals of web design: usability, aesthetics, and accessibility.
2. **Primary Components of a Web Page:**
- Explain the structure of a web page: Header, Navigation, Main Content, Footer.
- Project examples of simple web pages and identify each part together.
3. **Basics of HTML:**
- Introduce HTML as the standard markup language for creating web pages.
- Demonstrate basic HTML tags: , , , to ,
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#### Guided Practice (30 minutes)
1. **Hands-On HTML Practice:**
- Distribute handouts on HTML basics.
- Guide students to create a simple HTML document using Notepad++ or their code editor.
- Include a header, a paragraph, and a list.
2. **Introduction to CSS:**
- Explain the role of CSS in styling web pages.
- Demonstrate how to link a CSS file to an HTML document.
- Introduce basic CSS properties: color, font-family, text-align, background-color.
#### Independent Practice (30 minutes)
1. **Build a Simple Web Page:**
- Challenge students to create a basic web page incorporating both HTML and CSS elements discussed.
- Provide a sample task: Create your own ‘About Me’ page with text, links, and simple styling.
- Walk around to provide individual assistance as needed.
#### Conclusion (15 minutes)
1. **Review and Reflection:**
- Ask students to share their web pages with the class.
- Review key points of the lesson: HTML tags, CSS properties, and the structure of a web page.
2. **Q&A Session:**
- Open the floor for questions and clarification.
3. **Homework Assignment:**
- Assign students to explore the HTML and CSS tutorials on w3schools.com and practice creating different HTML elements and styling them with CSS.
### Assessment:
- **Formative Assessment:** Monitor students during the hands-on practice, providing feedback and support.
- **Summative Assessment:** Evaluate students' 'About Me' web pages based on structure, correct use of HTML tags, and basic CSS styling.
### Closure:
- Reiterate the importance of web design skills in the modern digital world.
- Encourage students to continue practicing and exploring web design further.
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### Additional Notes:
- Consider pairing students for collaborative learning activities.
- Highlight resources for further learning, such as online courses and tutorials.
This lesson plan aims to provide a foundational understanding of web design, blending theoretical knowledge with practical application.