Web site appeal

Take some time today and search interesting websites,

YOU HAVE UNTIL 9:17 TO CRUISE THE INTERNET AND DISCOVER 10 WEBSITES THAT YOU CONCIDER TO BE SUCCESSFUL- TAKE A SCREEN SHOT OF EACH ONE AND POST ON YOUR BLOG WHY ITS SUCCESSFUL, YOU HAVE UNTIL FRIDAY.

THANKS
MO

SEND ME YOUR URL

What is a URL? a URL is an acronym for Uniform Resource Locator and is a reference (an address) to a resource on the Internet. When you created your BLOG your were each give an specific URL, there approximately 400,000,000 current URL's (websites) and growing by the minute. A URL is like walking into that bookstore and picking up the specific book you want. Type in the URL and you go straight to that page, using GOOGLE or any other search engine is like using a card system at the library.

So anyway lets start today by sending me your URL. you can find it in the address bar when you log into Blogger and click the "VIEW BLOG" button. Copy it and post it as a comment to this post- be sure to attach your full name, so it looks like this.

mosclass.blogspot.com
Sean Mohammed

after that start  designing your BLOG, by going to the template list and editing the layout and template, I iwant you to insert an image on your own from google images or one that you have taken and e-mailed to yourself, once that is finished then take a picture of your self and send it to you rgmail account and use it as your picture. Please post to tell me that you have read the assignment and UNDERSTAND IT, then if you have questions post them to this comment as well here.

RE-CAP

#1- Comment this post with your URL (not the advanced Computer Graphics people)
#2- Design your BLOG BACKGROUND with images from the internet or personal images. ACG students can use texured images to reflect the back ground as being Built or man made. (PS tutorial)
#3- Set your profile picture with an image taken using a phone.
#4- Comment on this post that you have read it and UNDERSTAND it if not post a question to it.

Thanks
MO

LATEST ASSIGNMENT

Click here to read a short article about the 10 best web designs.

After you read, write 5 commonalities about these websites. This will be your second post on your NEW blog.

Thanks
MO

WELCOME TO WEB DESIGN

Welcome to WEB DESIGN

#1- read the syllabus below.

#2- Click here to take my survey.

#3- Read the article HERE and write 2.5 page paper as to the purpose of a WS (website) site specific points in the article. Points to write about
-Overall purpose
-Creativety
-Business purpose
-Market
If you dont understand what these terms mean "GOOGLE" them. this paper is due tomorrow thanks to the early dismissal.

 Also, include a brief description of your graphics experience, include all classes, workshops and interests that may be relevent to graphic design as it pertains to photoshop, illustrator and any other platform included in the Adobe Creative suite.

THERE IS NO CCP (copy cutting & pasting) As per the Syllabus you have already read. 

Thanks
MO

Syllabus

Web Design: HTML, Photoshop & Illustrator

Instructor: Sean Mohammed

E-mail: mohammeds@mahopac.k12.ny.us

Web site: www.mosdesignclass.blogsot.com

All Grades and projects will be posted on Infinite Campus.

Extra help will be given on a basis of needed instruction, Any student that needs EH can come at any time the lab is open- or make arrangements for Afterschool help any day of the week.

Course Description

Designed for the experienced computer user, this course provides the opportunity to experiment with a host of graphics applications to create Web Sites from scratch using HTML code on Notebook and integrating graphics created in Photoshop and Illustrator. Students will be creating their own professional-quality web ready graphic presentations and pages. After completing this course you will have the knowledge and experience in these relevant computer applications and vocational methods. Hands-on projects maximize the learning; each student will chart their own progress using their BLOG as a student journal. Students will also use standard display techniques for professional quality presentation.

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Primary Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the course participants shall:

• Become familiar with the interface of sophisticated computer graphics programs.

• Become familiar with the tools used in relevant web design software

• Use basic HTML with integrated.

• Compose images to achieve effective communication.

• Become proficient at linking standards to technology based curriculum.

Standards - Based Instruction

. . .To ensure that students are prepared for their future we should: include technology and information literacy in state and local standards for what students should know and be able to do; ensure students use technology appropriately and responsibly; develop new student assessment tools; and strengthen partnerships with effective art based learning standards coupled with real life oriented creative problem solving.

1. Communication and Collaboration

Students use digital media and environments to communicate and work collaboratively, using distance education methods, to support individual learning and contribute to the learning of others.

Through the use on BLOG’s and interactive digital class participation.

Students:

a. interact, collaborate, and publish with peers, experts, or others employing a variety of

digital environments and media.  Through BLOGGER.COM

b. communicate information and ideas effectively to multiple audiences using a variety

of media and formats.

2. Research and Information Fluency

Students apply digital tools to gather, evaluate, and use information. There is a consistent use of tutorials and collaborative problem solving.

3. Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, and Decision Making

Students use critical thinking skills to plan and conduct market research to manage projects, solve problems, and make informed decisions using appropriate digital tools and resources.

Students:

a. identify and define authentic problems and significant questions for investigation.

b. plan and manage activities to develop a solution or complete a project.

c. collect and analyze data to identify solutions and/or make informed decisions.

d. use multiple processes and diverse perspectives to explore alternative solutions.

4. Digital Citizenship

Students understand the student code of conduct as it pertains to internet use and computer use and responsibilities.

Students:

a. advocate and practice safe, legal, and responsible use of information and technology.

b. exhibit a positive attitude toward using technology that supports collaboration,

learning, and productivity.

c. demonstrate personal responsibility for lifelong learning.

d. exhibit leadership for digital citizenship.

Course Materials- For display, only materials that are provided in class as per project basis.

Course Requirements

There are written assignments and multiple projects in all.

1-Create a BLOG account at BLOGGER.COM & follow mosdesignclass.blogspot.com

Course and Self evaluation

Each student will use their Blog to chart progress on a daily basis. The class will be given assignments that are posted on the teachers BLOG- all correspondence for the course will take place digitally. If a student is experiencing problems with an assignment it should be discussed on the blog where other students will be encouraged to aide in the assistance of other students. There will be a % of your grade based on your daily BLOG maintenance and your online participation.

Grading RUBRIK-

PROJECT=50%

CLASS/ ONLINE PARTICIPATION=30%

CONTENT UNDERSTANDING= 20% (Not all projects are Effort based)

Grading Scale

Letter grades, should one be requested, will be on the following scale:

100%- 95% = A

94% - 90% = A-

89%- 85%= B

84%- 80%= B-

79%- 75%= C

74%- 70%= C-

69%- 65%= D

64%- 0% = F

Topics and Assignments

Basics of HTML

Placement of WEB parts

Anatomy of a website

Mastery of graphic design

Understanding Graphic design- LOGO, HEADER, FOOTER

Adding text

BASIC RE-DESIGN

Integration- of Graphics software

BLOG maintenance

Elective assignments, tutorial folder

Course Evaluation

Use of tools and techniques (T&T)

Effort and Perseverance

Craftsmanship

Consistency

Evidence of Learning

Students will be evaluated on the ability to follow directions as described in posted assignments and by the oral instruction given by the instructor (All work will be posted by students on daily maintained BLOG sites in stages of completion) these assignments will demonstrate mastery of the tools and techniques. Written assignments should contain thoughtful, reflective responses applicable to their personal and/or educational experiences which indicate they have put thought and effort in to their replies. All written assignments will be in the form of daily BLOG postings.

Policy on Plagiarism

“All people participating in the educational process at Mahopac High School are expected to pursue honesty and integrity in all aspects of their academic work. Academic dishonesty, including plagiarism, will be handled according to the procedures set forth in the Mahopac High School Student code of conduct.”

The following statement reflects the Desired Student Outcomes as it relates to coursework at

Mahopac High School Art Department:

“WEB DESIGN course work reflects Mahopac Desired Student Learning Outcomes as it applies to creative development to demonstrate the following:

• Oral and written communication in individual and group settings

• Content knowledge, and application of such knowledge in the students’ area of interest

to affect change

• Reflection for personal and professional growth

• Critical thinking

• Cultural and global perspectives to understand complex systems

• Collaborative and cross curricular efforts used to understand and expand disciplines, including an understanding of technological systems.”

FINAL project

STEP BY STEP

As advanced students you have all had to encounter step by step instructions. For this project you will be creating your own step by step instructions.


HERE ARE YOUR STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTIONS

OVERVIEW- Find a simple task- Making a P-B & J sandwich or sharpening a pencil or any number of menial tasks that we as regular people perform any on given day. Break down this task to 6 simple steps, after these steps have been determined you must use your phone to photograph the steps. After the steps have been photographed use your phone to e-mail yourself the pictures you have taken. You will open them in Illustrator one by one and use the pen tool to illustrate over the image to show a step by step drawings of your simple task.

STEP 1- determine your simple task, find something that can be done in easy enough steps dont bite off more than you can chew. steps may not be repeated but parts of the drawings may be. You want each step to be different enough to show direction but close enough to show consistancy.

STEP 2- Take pictures, pictures should be simple with consistantsy in size, environment and composition.

STEP 3- E-mail pictures and open them in Illustrator. Same process as opening them in PS.

STEP 4- Start Illustrating, the objective is to combine composition with ecomony of line. Simplicity is the key.

Helpful hints= The color choices can be White with a Black stroke set as the outline(this will set up your drawing)

Each drawing must be posted on your blog as you finish, then a splashpage will be the last post for this project.

Your timeline is from Jan.7 to the 17th. the end of this class is the 25th. You may come in to work during Mid-term week. But try to finsh before then to avoid 55%'s.

If you have Questions let me know.

PS I will give a brief overview of the PEN TOOL in Illustrator on Tuesday and Wednesday.

BLOG ABOUT EVERY STEP FROM START TO FINISH!!!

Thanks
MO