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Reading Homework (ch4)

Overview #

In this lesson, we will learn how to style our websites using Cascading Style Sheets (CSS).

Why This Module Is Important #

CSS (Cascading Style Sheets) is a textual language for describing how a web page is styled for visual presentation. Before CSS was invented it was common for web developers to use the <table> tag to layout websites. CSS is now the de facto standard for adding style to your pages. Check out CSS Zen Garden (Links to an external site.) for a demonstration on the power that modern CSS has!

Important topics that this module covers:

  • CSS in HTML
  • Basic and Advanced selectors
  • Font and text properties
  • The Box model
  • Flexbox
  • Grid layout
  • Positioning elements
  • Special effects and Animation

zyBooks #

For this homework, you will need to log into zyBooks with the link below and complete the assigned challenge and participation questions. There is nothing you need to submit for this homework all your progress is saved automatically by the textbook. Only work done before the due date (and late work policy) will be counted towards your grade.

Grading #

This reading assignment is worth 20 points. The due date is listed on the course homepage. Your grade will be calculated with the formula: Math.floor(%complete * 20) = Total Points. For example, if you completed 80% of the assigned challenge and participation questions your grade would be .8 * 20 = 16.

Accessibility #

zyBooks provided an enhanced accessability mode that you can have activated. More information is located on the zyBooks website!