5365+Web+Design+and+Development

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**Web Design and Development **

Before this class, I really did not know too much about web designing or much about how to develop it. Our assignment was to create a school web policy which involved reviewing our schools current Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) for staff and students. "This may seem obvious, but the time required to complete the various stages of a web development project is often underestimated. So, as I mentioned above, when you're estimating the time a task might require, be sure to include a reasonable buffer- maybe even doubling or tripling the time you think you'll need" (Kaiser, 2006). This quote is incredibly accurate. Creating this policy took a while. This class helped me to understand what goes on behind the scenes when a web page is being created. “The shift to Web 2.0 tools can have a profound effect on schools and learning, causing a transformation in thinking” (Solomon and Schrum, 2007, p. 21). When creating my policy, I approached by working on sections at a time. I wanted a policy that involved student needs and staff outlooks. I wanted a web page that would set a good example and easy to use. With a specific example and requirements spelled out, the staff would have an easier time creating their own pages within the guidelines. My collaboration with colleagues about creating web policies was mostly about what they would like to see on our web page. Three of the most commonly used Web 2.0 tools are blogs, podcasts, and wikis, and there are many examples of each (Solomon, 2007, p.55). Throughout the different classes, I found this to be true. Podcast were somewhat troublesome, but I found the //Voki// site I found it much easier. I have learned about //Google Docs// and I will continue to use it. I am not in charge of the web site, but have a much better understanding of what needs to be completed and the work that goes along with keeping it up. References:

Kaiser, S. E. (2006). Deliver first class web sites: 101 essential checklists. Collingwood, Vic: SitePoint. Solomon, G., and Schrum, L. (2007). Web 2.0: New tools, new schools. Eugene, OR: International Society for Technology in Education.

  

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