Lesson Plan

Lesson Plan
Grade: Date: 25/02/2026
Subject: Information Communication Technology ICT
Lesson Topic: Be able to place appropriate elements in the head section of a web page including insert a page title to display in the browser, attach external stylesheets (with the correct hierarchy, using a relative file path), metatags to use the appropriate att
Learning Objective/s:
  • Describe the purpose of each <head> element (title, charset, stylesheet link, meta tags, base).
  • Explain the correct hierarchy when linking multiple external style sheets.
  • Apply proper syntax to create a complete <head> section using relative paths and required meta‑tags.
  • Demonstrate how to set a default hyperlink target with the <base> element.
Materials Needed:
  • Computers with internet access (one per student)
  • Projector and screen
  • HTML editor/IDE (e.g., VS Code)
  • Sample HTML files and a css folder with style sheets
  • Printed checklist of required <head> elements
  • Whiteboard and markers
Introduction:

Begin with a quick visual of a browser tab and ask students what information they think determines its title and appearance. Review that they already know basic HTML tags and will now focus on the hidden <head> section. Explain that by the end of the lesson they will be able to build a correct head that meets the success criteria on the checklist.

Lesson Structure:
  1. Do‑now (5'): Mini‑quiz on common HTML tags to activate prior knowledge.
  2. Teacher input (10'): Explain each <head> element, hierarchy of stylesheet links, and base target concept.
  3. Guided practice (15'): Students create a full <head> section in their IDE, following a step‑by‑step demonstration.
  4. Peer check (5'): Pairs use the printed checklist to verify each other's code.
  5. Whole‑class review & Q&A (5'): Highlight common errors and answer questions.
Conclusion:

Recap the key elements and their order, emphasizing how they affect page rendering and SEO. Students complete an exit ticket by writing one correct <head> line they found most challenging. Assign homework to create a personal web page that incorporates all discussed head elements.