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AGENDA: 30 JUNE 1999
The Objectives for this Training session are:
  1. to learn how to build Web pages using Word and Composer;
  2. to learn how to download, save, and edit a Web page template;
  3. to learn how to link pages and use directories;
  4. to learn how to find, save, and "re-use" images; 
  5. to learn how to publish a web page and its associated files using WS_FTP.
A. Supper.   5:00 - 5:30

 
B. Setting the Stage.  5:30 - 6:00.
Directories and Permissions 

Note:  Since knowing UNIX  is NOT a necessary skill for teaching on the Web, we will have trainers and assistants in the lab to help you build a directory structure and set appropriate permissions.  If, however,  you want to learn how to do this on your own, you can follow the directions at: How To Set UNIX Commands.

 

 

Procedure: Individual attention. 
C. Overview.  6:00 - 6:10.
SKILLS / TASKS
  • Three Ways to Load Course Content

Procedure: Demonstration. 

Instructions for Later Reference
D. From Word to HTML.  6:10 - 6:20
SKILLS / TASKS
  • Navigate in Computer
  • Open a Word Document from A (via My Computer)
  • Save Word Document in HTML format
 Procedure: 

Everyone in Lab do this together.

Instructions for Later Reference
E. Using Composer.   6:20 - 6:55
SKILLS / TASKS
  • What is HTML and why WYSIWYG?
  • Go to Netscape: Navigator vs. Composer
  • Open Word HTML (Word lecture) in Composer
  • Build a Table
    • Tables: dos and don'ts (percents vs. pixels; cell color, margins, borders, cell spacing, etc.)
  • Something about Linking: Absolute vs. Relative
    • Make Links in Composer
  • Bullets and numbers: quick how to
  • Indent
  • Font tips
  • "Page Colors and Properties"
 Procedure: 
  1. Demonstration:  Watch and Listen.
  2. Workshop: Work Individually.
    • Ask for Help when you need it.

Instructions for Later Reference
F. Copy/Paste HTML Source Code.  6:55 - 7:10
SKILLS / TASKS
  • Open Course Objectives in Composer, Copy Source Code
  • Paste Source Code using HTML option in Course Goals/Objectives section of Syllabus 
 Procedure: 

Everyone in Lab do this together.

Instructions for Later Reference
G. Break.   7:10 - 7:20

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H. Images and Backgrounds.   7:20 - 7:45
SKILLS / TASKS

Part One: Graphics Demonstration

Part Two: Complete Lecture Text

Procedure: 
  1. Demonstration:  Watch and Listen.
  2. Short Workshop: Work Individually.
    • Ask for Help when you need it.

Instructions for Later Reference
I. Using Templates.   7:45 - 8:05
SKILLS / TASKS Procedure: 
  1. Demonstration:  Watch and Listen.
  2. Short Workshop: Work Individually.
    • Ask for Help when you need it.

Instructions for Later Reference
J. Publishing.   8:05 - 8:35
SKILLS / TASKS
  • Demonstrate Directory Structures
  • Absolute vs. relative
  • Use WS_FTP to upload files.
 Procedure: 
  1. Demonstration on Screen:  Watch and Listen.
  2. Short Workshop.

Instructions for Later Reference
K. The Final Link.   8:35 - 8:45
SKILLS / TASKS
  • Use the URL feature in the Course Content Section of your WebTycho Classroom
  • Link WebTycho to a page on the Polaris server 
Procedure: 
  1. Everyone in Lab do this together.

Instructions for Later Reference

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