CIS 195: Web Authoring 1: HTML
Getting Started
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Introduction
Welcome to this class!
This guide will help you get started in the course, whether you are in the online section or the hybrid (in-person) section. Details about the course, including the course schedule, grading, required software, and the weekly learning cycle, are in the syllabus for your section:
First Steps
To begin this course, please complete the following steps:
- Read all of this Getting Started guide.
- Read the whole syllabus for your section (see the links above), especially the Weekly Learning Cycle and the Course Schedule.
- Post your personal introduction to the “Introductions” discussion in Canvas. This counts as your first week’s activity for LCC’s no-show drop policy, so do it early in week 1.
- Open the Week 1 module in Canvas and read the overview for the week.
- Look at the reading assignment for week 1.
- Attend class in person or on Zoom (hybrid section), or watch the recorded lectures (online section).
- Complete the activities for week 1.
- Repeat steps 4–7 for every week according to the course schedule.
If you have any course-specific questions, please ask them in the Canvas “Course Q & A” discussion. For any other questions, see Canvas Support below.
Online and Hybrid Sections
- Hybrid section: Class meets on campus, and the class sessions can also be joined on Zoom in real time. Class sessions are recorded so you can review them or catch up if you miss a class. See the hybrid syllabus for the meeting times, classroom, and Zoom link.
- Online section: The class is asynchronous. You will watch recorded lecture videos and complete the learning activities in Canvas on your own schedule, while keeping up with the weekly due dates. You are welcome to use the CIT computer lab and come to office hours. See the online syllabus for office hours and the Zoom link.
Both sections use the same Canvas course materials, labs, quizzes, and term project.
Basic Technology and Computer Skills
What You Will Need
- A computer that can run a code editor like Visual Studio Code (pretty much any Windows, Mac, or Linux computer can). A Chromebook, tablet, or phone is not enough to do the lab work. If you don’t have a suitable computer, you can use the CIT computer lab (see the syllabus).
- A reliable internet connection.
- The software listed in the Software section of the syllabus.
Skills You Will Need
- Basic computer skills, including managing files and folders (creating folders, copying, moving and renaming files, and unzipping zip files).
- Experience navigating the Internet and using a web browser.
- Basic knowledge of formatting using a word processing program.
- Comfort working with multiple browser windows.
Introduction to Canvas
Canvas is Lane Community College’s learning management system and is where you will find all the content and activities for this course. Log in at canvas.lanecc.edu. If you are new to Canvas, the Canvas Student Guide explains how to use all of its features.
Tips for using Canvas:
- Set your Notification preferences (under Account → Notifications) so that you get Announcements, Inbox messages, and discussion replies by email or text.
- The Canvas Student mobile app is handy for checking announcements and due dates, but you will need a computer to do the lab assignments.
- Use the Calendar and the To Do list on the Canvas Dashboard to keep track of due dates.
Course Structure
This course is organized into weekly Modules. All the learning materials and activities (like reading, lecture videos, and quizzes) are in the module for that week. Lab assignment instructions and the place to submit your lab are in the module for the week the lab assignment was given, not the week it is due. You can also find all assignments and their due dates on the Assignments page.
Online Course Communication
All course communication (via email, Canvas Inbox, discussions, Zoom, etc.) should be clear, concise, and respectful. Written communication should use complete sentences with standard spelling and grammar, including proper capitalization and punctuation.
The Core Rules of Netiquette is a guide to the proper protocol for participating in online classes and writing emails.
- Questions about the course should be posted to the Canvas “Q & A” discussion so that everyone can benefit from the answers.
- Questions of a more personal nature, such as grades or extensions, should be sent to your instructor using Canvas Inbox or email. Emails to your instructor, or to another department regarding support issues, should include your course number and section.
- Course announcements will be posted by the instructor in Canvas Announcements. Students are expected to check Announcements regularly. Any questions about announcements should be asked in the “Q & A” discussion.
Canvas Support
For help with Canvas, click the Help (?) icon in the Canvas global navigation menu on the left side of any Canvas page.
Help with Canvas, your LCC account, and other technology is also available on help.lanecc.edu and from the Student Help Desk (see “Online Tutoring and Support Services” in the syllabus).