Creating a multi-page website
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain the different features of a good website and follow a plan to create a multi-page website.
Key learning points
- All websites are built using HTML — even if site-building software is used, HTML is in the background.
- CSS is used for creating styles to use throughout the process of creating a website.
- Web design software allows a drag-and-drop approach to creating a website.
- You need a domain name and hosting to create your own website.
Keywords
HTML - HyperText Markup Language, which is used to define and structure content on web pages
Domain name - a memorable address used to identify a website or other resource on the internet
Common misconception
Websites require specialist knowledge to create and publish.
Drag-and-drop software and online platforms allow anyone to create and publish a website easily.
Teacher tip
Looking at examples of websites and discussing whether they are good or bad can aid understanding.
Equipment
Pupils will need access to a device that has visual webpage design software. Examples in this lesson use Canva https://oak.link/canva
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
5 Questions
Q1.What is a "close-up" shot used for in video?
Q2.What is another name for a "long shot"?
Q3.What is "frame rate" in video?
Q4.What is a "codec"?
Q5.What is a video file format that contains video, audio, and playback data called?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Which language is always used in the background of websites, even if you use Canva?
Q2.What does HTML do in a website?
Q3.What do you need to make your own website available to others online?
Q4.What is the feature on a website that allows you to move from one page or site to another by clicking text, an image or a button?
Q5.Put these actions in order for adding a hyperlink on a website:.
Q6.Why do you need hosting for a website?
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