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Introduction to the Internet

Introduction to the Internet explores HTML, CSS, and web design principles as students create their own homepage and a multi-page website. Students also examine how information is represented digitally, including number systems and pixel images, while learning about network protocols and online security strategies.

Overview & Highlights

Level
Middle School
Contact Hours
55
Timeframe
Semester

Course Overview

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MODULES - 4

  • Web Design 1

    Students explore HTML and CSS styling as they work to create their homepage.

  • Web Design 2

    Students will learn the basics of web aesthetics and design principles which will allow them to take their web design skills to the next level. This module culminates in a project that will guide them through the web planning process and create a multi-page website.

  • Digital Information

    Students learn about the various ways we represent information digitally including number systems, encoding data, and creating pixel images.

  • The Internet

    Students are introduced to network protocols and different strategies used to protect online information.


33
Lessons
22
Videos
70
Exercises
3
Challenges
32
Offline Handouts

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the course cover?

HTML, CSS and web design principles, as students create their own homepage and a multi-page website. It also covers how information is represented digitally (number systems and pixel images), plus network protocols and online security strategies.

What do students build?

Their own homepage and a multi-page website.

Do students need any programming experience first?

No. The course starts from HTML and web design principles.

How long is the course?

About 55 contact hours, built to run as a semester course.

Which of the two Introduction to the Internet courses should I use?

Introduction to the Internet (2020) is the older version of the course. It is recommended to use this course, Introduction to the Internet, since it is the newer, updated version of the course.