Web Audit Assignment
Objective:
To investigate various aspects of communication that pertain specifically
to a web-based medium; to understand how messages are delivered and experienced
differently within this medium; and to become aware of what aspects influence
the user experience both positive and negative.
Process:
—1. Research the internet for the following types of websites
–Museum
–Learning Site (example Discovery or National Geographic)
–E-Commerce
–Health
–Reference
–Corporation
–Entertainment
(A great place to find well-designed sites is on the Communication Arts Website “web picks.” As you are researching these sites please consider
the following questions:
–Is the navigation easy to follow?
–Is the message clearly communicated?
–How do the graphics benefit the site both for content and navigation?
–Were you able to navigate through the site without getting lost?
–How did the site engage the user, and was this action appropriate to
the message?
–What was the most interesting aspect of this site?
—2. Develop an HTML document that discusses and illustrates examples of your findings (you can build a new document in Dreamweaver).
Due Date:
—3. Upload file onto server for presentation/discussion.
Monday, April 12th.