Website Design - Serif WebPlus

Introduction:
This PowerPoint presentation is designed to help students follow step-by-step instructions on how to create a website. With 37 slides, it covers everything from the basics of websites, including their purpose and content, to more advanced topics such as wireframe visualizations, color schemes, and adding interactive elements like Google Maps. This resource is designed to be printed as booklets, making it easy for students to learn the skills needed to create their own website. The presentation includes a detailed scenario for the main task, where students will use a client brief to create their own website. Whether you are a beginner or looking to enhance your web design skills, this resource will be a valuable tool in your learning journey.

Note:
The aim of this resource is to promote self-directed learning among students by providing them with the tools to work independently at their own pace, with minimal teacher interaction. It has been designed to encourage students to take ownership of their learning and develop the skills needed to work autonomously.

Structure:
This resource is designed to cover a total of six lessons, with the first two lessons focused on practicing the basic skills needed to create a website. The next three lessons will be dedicated to the actual project, where students will use the client brief provided in the last slide of the PowerPoint to create their own website. Finally, in the sixth lesson, students will be assessed on their websites using the assessment sheet provided. With a clear structure and detailed guidance, this resource is a great tool for teachers and students alike, helping students build essential web design skills while working on a real-world project.

Serif WebPlus:
WebPlus is a website design software developed by Serif, a UK-based software company. It is an all-in-one solution for designing and publishing professional-looking websites, without requiring any prior coding knowledge. With its intuitive drag-and-drop interface, users can create websites with custom layouts, styles, and features, as well as add multimedia content such as images, videos, and social media feeds. WebPlus also offers a variety of templates and themes to help users get started quickly, as well as built-in SEO tools to optimize their sites for search engines. With its user-friendly approach, Serif WebPlus is a great choice for beginners and small businesses looking to create a web presence.

Serif WebPlus is free to download. You can ask your School’s IT team to install this on your school PCs.