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Website Creation Essentials Using Wix
Class Experience
Course Overview: "Website Creation Essentials Using Wix" is designed to equip young learners aged 8 to 12 with the skills needed to create and publish their own websites using Wix, a user-friendly web development platform. Students will learn through interactive sessions, covering everything from the basics of website planning to the final publication. Class Experience: The class experience is structured to provide students with a practical learning journey. Each session involves direct...
5 lessons//1 Week
Week 1Lesson 1Introduction to WixIn this session, teens will be introduced to the basics of Wix and its capabilities. They will set up their Wix accounts and learn to navigate the dashboard. The session includes an overview of selecting and applying templates, providing a strong foundation for the week. Students will begin by exploring the variety of templates available and understanding how to choose the right one based on the intended function of their website.Lesson 2Starting Your WebsiteStudents will dive into customizing their chosen templates to fit their website's purpose. They will learn how to change layouts, add pages, and adjust basic settings to personalize their site. This session emphasizes the importance of selecting a template that matches the website's goals and demonstrates how to effectively modify templates to meet specific needs, laying the groundwork for a more detailed design.Lesson 3Planning Your Website's StructureThis session focuses on planning the website's structure and organizing content. Students will create a design outline and plan content placement, ensuring that their websites are user-friendly and visually appealing. They will be introduced to basic design principles such as alignment, contrast, and usability, which are crucial for creating an effective and engaging website. This planning stage is critical for the overall success of their projects.Lesson 4Enhancing Your Site with Media and Interactive FeaturesStudents will enhance their websites by adding and customizing media elements like images and videos. They will learn how to use advanced features such as galleries, slideshows, and interactive elements like e-commerce features and forms. This session includes an overview of useful Wix apps, such as Wix Stores and Wix Forms, which can significantly improve site functionality and user experience.Lesson 5Review, Refinement, and Going LiveIn the final session, students will focus on finalizing their website designs. They will conduct peer reviews to provide and receive feedback, ensuring their websites are polished and functional. The session will cover the steps to publish their websites, including checking functionality and design across different devices. The week will conclude with a class website showcase where each student presents their website.
- Students will be able to plan, draft, and publish a website using the Wix hosting platform.
1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Assessment
Frequency: includedDetails: Students will be evaluated based on their active participation and the progression of their website from concept to publication. The final peer review session allows students to present their completed websites and receive feedback, which is crucial for their ongoing development as web designers.
Requirements: Students will need a Laptop for this class. Tablets and IPads will not work for this class.
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
This course utilizes Wix, a third-party web development platform that is widely recognized and used for educational purposes. Students will be required to create a free Wix account to participate in the course. All account setup and usage will be guided and supervised during the sessions. Wix is safe for educational use and adheres to high data privacy standards. No personal information beyond what is necessary for account creation will be required. Parents are encouraged to oversee the account setup process.
Teacher expertise and credentials
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Group Class
$275
for 5 classes5x per week, 1 week
50 min
Completed by 58 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
5-10 learners per class