Class 1-2: Introduction to Web Development

Class 1-2: Introduction to Web Development

Objectives:

Understand the fundamental concepts of web development

Learn the basics of HTML and create a simple web page

Detailed Breakdown:

Session 1: Overview of Web Development

Introduction to Web Development
- Definition and Scope: Define what web development is, differentiating between front-end, back-end, and full-stack development.
- Historical Context: Briefly discuss the evolution of the web from static web pages to dynamic, interactive web applications.

Significance of Web Development
- Impact on Society: Explore how websites have transformed various aspects of life, including commerce, communication, and education.
- Career Opportunities: Highlight the career paths in web development and the demand for web developers.

Understanding How the Internet Works
- Internet Basics: Explain how the internet connects computers globally.
- Web Servers and Browsers: Describe the role of web servers and web browsers in displaying web content.
- Client-Server Model: Simplify the concept of client-server architecture used in most web applications.

Session 2: Introduction to HTML

What is HTML?
- Definition and Role: Define HTML as the standard markup language for creating web pages.
- Structure of an HTML Document: Explain the basic structure, including <!DOCTYPE html>, <html>, <head>, and <body>.

Basic HTML Tags and Their Uses
- Headings (<h1> to <h6>): Teach how to create headings and subheadings.
- Paragraphs (<p>): Show how to write paragraph text.
- Lists: Explain ordered (<ol>) and unordered (<ul>) lists, and list items (<li>).

Hands-On Exercise: Creating a Simple HTML Page
- Exercise Overview: Guide students to create a basic HTML page featuring a heading, a few paragraphs, and a list.
- Tools Required: Use a simple text editor (like Notepad) and a web browser for this exercise.
- Step-by-Step Guidance: Walk students through the process of writing HTML, saving the file with a .html extension, and opening it in a web browser.

Homework Assignment
- Assignment: Ask students to create a personal bio page using the HTML tags learned, with headings, a brief biography, and a list of hobbies or interests.
- Objective: Reinforce the understanding of basic HTML structure and tags.

Additional Resources:

Provide links to online resources for HTML documentation, such as Mozilla Developer Network (MDN) or W3Schools.

Suggest simple online HTML editors where students can practice, like CodePen or JSFiddle.

Class Interaction:

Encourage questions and discussions during the class to ensure students grasp the concepts.

Show examples of HTML code and how it translates into a web page in the browser.

Assessment:

Conduct a brief quiz or review at the beginning of the next session to assess understanding and retention.