Bogus Internet Page

You are to create a simple web page that appears authoritative but has no proof for what it claims. You could invent a new animal or fight for abolishing a harmless object (like the web sites we checked out), or you can go off in your own direction. You don’t have to know anything about computer programming, but you will need to use your imagination. Here’s how you should complete the assignment:

Choose a topic. Try using this Urban Legends page for a possible idea. Or make a site about one of these hoax photos.  More photos.

Snopes photos: Oddities, People, Nature

Use pictures as proof (at least 1). No matter what you choose to write about, an image of some sort can help you. Cite the photo source.

http://www.hodagpress.com/images/Hodag_1.jpg

Use hyperlinks (at least 5). Where do you want your visitors to link to? Try to relate the link to your own page somehow. Directions: Have the webpage you want to link to open in Internet Explorer. All you need to do is highlight a word, click on the hyperlink button on the toolbar (it looks like a chain), and copy and paste the url into the box that opens.  

NOTE: You can also do this by typing a URL and then hitting return, though it’s not as pretty.

• Explain your bogus item, idea, premise, etc. You should have about a page worth of explanation. You are making this up, so you need to write it. Don’t use someone else’s explanation or hoax—create your own. Using bulleted points like I did here can be helpful.
• Create a Word Webpage. This is really easy. All you have to do is stick a title on the top, add pictures and links, make some "valid" points, and be sure we know who you are. If you want to add a M.D. or PhD to your name, go for it.
• Extras. You can add more photos or more links. You can link to professional, related sites, but you can also link to your favorite band. The goal, however, is to convince the viewer of authenticity.
• Publish your webpage. First, save your Word document. Then, take the information and enter it into the "submit conent" category on this web page.

Check out this sample

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Updated: October 13, 2007

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