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JOUR 452 - Web Design for Media Professionals

(3 units)
Explore the theory and techniques of basic to intermediate level web design. The history; the aesthetics; basic HTML and CSS; content management systems (WordPress); domains/hosting; FTP/file management; SEO; and analytics.

Prerequisite(s): Completion of basic Journalism core classes.

Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Spring - Odd Years

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. manage two of their own domains and their own hosting server.
2. create a simple HTML web page and explore how CSS modifies the display of its content.
3. create and maintain a standalone WordPress site with customized coding elements.
4. analyze and discuss the design decisions made in their work.
5. use appropriate tools to analyze and optimize the web experience for their users.


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