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O bjectives
T he first objective o f the research is to introduce a new w eb developm ent technology nam ed HTM L5 (H ypertext M ark-up Language version 5.0), which w as developed in by
The Web Hypertext Application Technology Working Group (WHATWG) is a community of browser vendors and web developers focused on evolving HTML and related web technologies Although HTML5 is widely discussed, many people don’t fully understand its origins, the biggest changes in HTML’s revision history, or how HTML5 emerged This overview explains HTML5’s invention, the major milestones in its development, who is actively developing it, and the latest status of the HTML5 specification and related standards.
HTML5 introduces new features and enhancements that distinguish it from earlier HTML versions Research in this area focuses on defining these updates, which broaden HTML's standardized capabilities by adding audio and video elements and by refining existing elements to yield simpler, more structured web documents As a result, HTML5 is widely regarded as the foundation of the web’s next generation, often referred to as Rich Internet Applications (RIAs).
Beyond HTML5’s core strengths, this thesis highlights the powerful synergy achieved by combining HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript in modern web development As is well known, CSS and client-side programming languages are indispensable companions for delivering dynamic, responsive, and engaging user experiences on the web.
HTML has been the foundation of web design since its early days, enabling designers to create attractive and dynamic web pages With HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript working together, this powerful trio proves its strength by delivering amazing websites with unprecedented simplicity.
Moreover, the study compares HTML5 with Adobe Flash in web design, analyzing the strengths and weaknesses of both technologies and forecasting their future roles This comparison provides guidance for the web development community, especially vendors and developers, helping them determine the right development strategies and product directions for the evolving digital landscape.
Finally, this thesis introduces FIT's teachers, students, and anyone interested in the web design field to HTML5 capabilities through a demo application built with HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript.
M o tiv a tio n
HTML has played a pivotal role in web development and in shaping the appearance and functionality of websites Alongside the rise of personal computers, LANs, and other technological advances, HTML’s invention in 1990—its first version—sparked the Internet’s rapid growth in the 1990s It transformed website design by making pages more structured and visually engaging, and it introduced user-friendly interfaces that broadened online access and set the stage for a more capable, decorative web.
Although web page improvements have followed each release, until the latest W3C standards—HTML 4.01 (1998) and XHTML 1.0 (2000)—there were still many limitations that frustrated users and developers A W3C publication from January 13, 2011, noted that HTML 4 and XHTML 1 are not informative enough to enable interoperable implementations across the growing body of deployed content A clear example is HTML 4’s media support, which provides a single tag for media images—the element; other media types such as audio and video cannot be embedded with pure HTML syntax and must be loaded via the tag with accompanying JavaScript, often relying on third-party players like QuickPlayer.
Media players like MediaPlayer and FlashPlayer introduced unnecessary complexity, reduced cross‑browser compatibility, and tied websites to third‑party providers—especially for media‑heavy sites HTML4 defines a limited set of elements, which often leaves pages poorly structured and hard to optimize for search engines A truly semantic website can't be built with headings, paragraphs, and a few simple elements alone; leveraging richer semantic HTML and structured data is essential for accessibility, SEO, and maintainable design.
HTML5, introduced in 2009, overcomes many limitations of its predecessors and remains the single language that can be authored with either HTML syntax or XML syntax Through rationalized changes, HTML5 enhances document markup, adds numerous new elements and features, and is developed in parallel with a wide range of API libraries, with further details explained in a later chapter of the thesis.
After spending time learning and working in the web design field, I’ve developed a strong impression of HTML5 and its potential impact on design While I can’t claim expert status, anyone examining the structure of a typical HTML5 page can see a real opportunity to streamline and modernize website designs This emphasis on semantic structure brings web design closer to SEO by making sites easier for search engines to crawl and understand, potentially improving visibility and user experience.
And because it was developed ju st 2 years ago, there is room for further developm ent HTML5 change logs provided by W3C recorded a dense list o f changes from January
HTML5 began as a 2008 draft and has since been shaped by an open community of developers and vendors within the WHATWG (Web Hypertext Application Technology Working Group) and the W3C (World Wide Web Consortium) The standard is developed through ongoing collaboration among people closely connected to web development technologies, and anyone interested can join the WHATWG mailing list to participate in its ongoing evolution With this open, collaborative process, HTML5 holds a bright future that many web developers eagerly anticipate.
HTML5 is still relatively new to many Vietnamese people studying and working in the web design field, but with its numerous improvements and the rapid development of the Internet and related tools, it is poised to become popular in Vietnam in the near future By mid-April 2011, Vietnamese-language search results for the keyword "HTML5" reached about 426,000, with prominent sites such as vnexpress and the tinhte forum among the top results This highlights the need for thorough research on HTML5 and its real-world applications, to introduce the technology and help people in Vietnam become familiar with HTML5 more easily.
In summary, drawing on both objective and subjective reasons discussed above, I chose this topic for my graduation thesis and have focused on achieving the full set of thesis objectives while meeting my personal expectations.
M ethodology
Before starting my thesis, I knew very little about HTML5—how it works and what it can do To fill the gap, I read the ebook HTML5 for Web Designers by Jeremy Keith, which covers the core concepts, semantic markup, and practical applications of HTML5 for modern web design.
The book, published by Jeffrey Zeldman in 2010, is a concise, easy-to-understand guide for people who build websites I personally found it offers practical recommendations for successfully learning HTML5 through its simplicity I also follow the latest HTML5 specifications published by WHATWG on their website (www.whatwg.org), and I consult articles, research, and studies from selective online resources to support my analysis and comparisons.
Online and printed surveys gather opinions from the IT community This approach helps ensure research objectivity, provides a strong foundation for evaluations, and improves the accuracy of predictions.
Beyond mastering HTML5, I am committing to extensive self-study in web design because my university curriculum doesn't include a dedicated course on building web pages As I gain experience in web design, my research becomes more comprehensive and my demo applications improve, leading to better results and stronger project outcomes Continuous learning in HTML5 and web design will enhance my skills and readiness for real-world projects.
At the conclusion of my thesis, I developed a demo web interface for an E-Learning environment, enabling students in our faculty to access and learn courses via multimedia content using HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript This solution delivers a modern, responsive user experience that simplifies course navigation and enhances engagement.
An overview of the rest o f docum ent
Reading the entire study from start to finish is ideal, but for readers with limited time who want to read selectively, the rest of this document is structured as follows.
Chapter 2 offers an introduction to HTML5, covering the fundamentals of HTML5 and how it is deployed in modern web development It explains the new features introduced in HTML5 and provides a detailed comparison with earlier HTML specifications, highlighting improvements in semantics, multimedia support, APIs, and overall performance This chapter shows how HTML5 differs from previous versions and why these changes matter for developers and users.
Chapter 3 emphasizes the importance of HTML5 by showing how a comprehensive web application can be built from HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript It analyzes the advantages and disadvantages of HTML5 compared with plugin-based approaches, using Flash as the scope of the thesis The chapter also discusses anticipated future developments in HTML5 and offers predictions about its ongoing evolution.
C hapter 4: Dem o application - This is the chapter about dem o interface, how it is analyzed and designed.
Chapter 5 provides a concise summary and conclusions, reflecting on the research experience, highlighting key insights, outlining opportunities for future research, and explaining how the study’s findings can be practically implemented within the expected timeline.
Introduction to HTML5
HTML5 p u b lica tio n
The birth o f HTM L5 was from confusion o f W 3C, original developing organization o f HTM L from the first version A fter HTM L 4.01, W3C decided not to continue develop
HTML versions evolved in a new direction, culminating in XHTML 1.0, a reformulated version of HTML 4.01 with identical markup and elements but written to conform to XML rules However, the project to develop XHTML 2 was unsuccessful, mainly because it failed to gain widespread adoption.
HTML 2.0 was not backward compatible with existing web content or even earlier HTML versions, a mismatch that prevented the W3C from pursuing subsequent XHTML developments and helped HTML settle at version 4.01 by 2007.
How ever, the father o f HTM L5 is not W3C but W eb H ypertext A pplication Technology
W orking G roup (W H A TW G ) This group w as found in 2004 by individuals o f A pple,
Mozilla Foundation and Opera Software, after a W3C workshop on extending HTML to enable the creation of web applications—proposed by Ian Hickson (working for Opera Software)—had the idea rejected WHATWG is an unofficial and open collaboration of web browser makers and interested parties It focuses on developing web standards.
H TM L and A PIs needed for web applications A nd the way it operated is described like: issues are raised and discussed, and the editor decides w hat goes into a specification rests
W hile everyone can contribute freely and the editor decides last, things m ove faster.
In 2006, after a hiatus, the W3C stopped developing XHTML 2 and shifted its focus back to HTML5 The efforts diverged: HTML5 (without a space) was developed by WHATWG, while HTML 5 (with a space) was developed by the W3C A reunification between WHATWG and W3C was anticipated, and since then the two organizations have been working on HTML5 together On January 22, 2008, the W3C published an early draft of HTML5, and 2009 is often regarded as the year HTML5 was conceived. -**Support Pollinations.AI:** -🌸 **Ad** 🌸Powered by Pollinations.AI free text APIs [Support our mission](https://pollinations.ai/redirect/kofi) to keep AI accessible for everyone.
Rough Timeline of Web Technologies
Figure 2 - The Evolution timeline o f HTML (Scoroncocolo, 2010)
People now stopped being confused betw een 2 o f them , but questioning about the tim e
When it is ready, HTML5 will be the finalized specification, but in practice the HTML5 standard is still under active development HTML5 isn't a brand-new language; it represents a major revision of HTML that is treated as a living standard, continually evolving through ongoing work The change logs are updated daily on the official WHATWG website, which tracks every update and improvement as the specification evolves.
‘‘an evolutionary rather than revolutionary change in the ongoing story o f m arkup” (K eith
2010, p 8) Therefore, w eb designers can use HTM L5 to create w ebsites right now w hile organizations continue developing it.
Improvements from previous html ve rsio n s
HTML5 is the latest iteration of HTML, marking a major milestone with numerous improvements and optimizations Although HTML has evolved before, HTML5 stands out as the most advanced version, delivering enhanced performance, new features, and greater flexibility This section explains how HTML5 differentiates itself from earlier versions through superior optimization and broader capabilities, making it the preferred choice for modern web development.
HTML5 was developed by a diverse community spanning multiple organizations, and because each group has its own priorities, consensus design principles are essential for coherent evolution; a key principle is "Support existing elements," which emphasizes backward compatibility and interoperability across browsers; XHTML 2 failed precisely because it attempted to overhaul existing implementations and specifications rather than build on them collaboratively, illustrating why prioritizing compatibility and gradual refinement helps open standards grow without disrupting the current web ecosystem.
HTML5 builds on existing specifications and preserves most of HTML 4.01 in this revision, while removed elements are considered obsolete; browsers may still render them, but authors should note their obsolescence The overarching principle is to not reinvent the wheel—HTML5 may introduce better ways to achieve a goal, yet it still allows web designers a range of approaches to complete tasks The "priority of constituencies" principle guides developers, ensuring standards reflect the needs of diverse stakeholders while remaining compatible across browsers and devices.
When conflicts arise, prioritize users over authors, then implementers, then specifiers, and finally theoretical purity This user-centered approach guides decision-making and helps prevent stakeholders from becoming overly hard-headed.
HTML5's relevance is determined by how well it stays true to the realities of the web: it must be powerful enough to support modern web application deployment while also supporting existing content, even when most of it is messy Achieving this balance means the specification delivers advanced capabilities for developers without breaking legacy pages, ensuring a smooth transition from older technologies to the latest standards In short, HTML5 succeeds when it blends forward‑looking features with backward compatibility, enabling rich, interactive experiences today while preserving access to countless legacy sites.
One of the most valuable improvements in HTML5 for browser makers is enhanced error handling Until now, browser vendors have had to identify and fix errors on their own, duplicating effort and wasting time dealing with the same malformed markup Defining a standardized error-handling model in HTML5 by next year would reduce duplicated work, streamline development across vendors, and improve consistency for web authors.
Sim plification in HTM L5 is encouraged A D ocum ent T ype D eclaration (D O C TY PE) was used to declare w hat kind o f H T M L is used in the docum ent, and HTM L5 changed it to the lim itation o f sim plicity In H T M L 4.01, D O CTY PE looks like this:
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"http://www.w3.or g / T R / h t m l 4 / s t r i c t d t d ">, in XHT ML 1.0 is:
"h t t p : / / w w w w 3 o r g / T R / x htmll/DTD /xhtmll-strict.dtd"> And in HTML5 is
The benefit o f this D O CTY PE declaration is not ju st to m em orize but also to direct later versions’ developers to not to think about which HTM L version and support existing elem ents in previous ones Sim ilarly with other tags:
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They are inform ative enough and som e obvious things are understood w ithout w riting in the tags.
In HTM L5, m arkup way depends on designers U ppercase or low ercase, quoted or unquoted, self-closing or not, it is entirely up to w riter.
R ational changes in elem en ts’ usage
HTML5 introduces many semantic changes that require time to learn, but they are reasonable for people to adopt It redefines the meaning of many elements by focusing on roles and semantics rather than appearance For example, the element does not simply tell a browser to render bold text; it conveys emphasis with implicit importance, while the element does not mean “italicize it” but signals an alternative voice or mood These changes, noted by the W3C (2009), move us toward the correct meaning of elements based on their roles and semantics, not their visual styling.
JavaScript is a client-side programming language indispensable for building web applications Yet browsers have independently developed and implemented JavaScript APIs, a situation often described as “looking over one another’s shoulders to see what the others are doing” (Keith, 2010, p 21) HTML5 will document these APIs comprehensively, aiming to standardize their usage and improve cross-browser compatibility.
There are various num ber o f fam ous H T M L 5 API libraries for both w eb and m obile applications, which were fully developed and on the going, as listed in Erik W ilde’s blog
HTML5 Canvas API is one of the most documented features of HTML5, providing a Canvas 2D Context for 2D drawing and a 3D API based on OpenGL ES that can be accessed from JavaScript through the canvas element This enables developers to render both 2D graphics and 3D visuals in the browser by leveraging the Canvas API.
This section highlights several essential web APIs that extend browser functionality: the Contacts API provides access to a user's unified address book; the Selectors API Level 2 defines methods for retrieving element nodes from the DOM; the IndexedDB API offers a database for storing records with simple values and hierarchical objects; Web Workers enable web applications to run background scripts in parallel with the main page; Web Storage provides persistent key‑value data storage on the client; the WebSockets API allows two‑way communication between a web page and a remote host using the WebSocket protocol; the Geolocation API gives scripted access to the device's geographical location; and the Calendar API defines high‑level interfaces to read a user's calendaring data, among other related APIs.
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One of the earliest media additions to HTML was the img element, which fundamentally changed the web The introduction of JavaScript enabled the web to become a more dynamic environment, and Ajax later made it possible to run full-fledged applications inside the browser These technologies are powerful and have expanded what designers can do, but they aren’t everything Using HTML and CSS, designers can publish text and images, laying the groundwork for accessible, SEO-friendly web content.
Traditional web media often depended on plug-in technologies like Flash or Silverlight to play audio and video While these plug-ins were easy to use and powerful, they were not open and were controlled by individual companies rather than the community HTML5 addresses this limitation by introducing native media elements that run inside the browser, enabling rich media experiences without relying on external plugins and fostering a more open, accessible web.
HTML5 Canvas is the standout rich media element, providing an environment for creating dynamic images Dynamic images here mean visuals that can be embedded within web pages, styled, and generated on the fly The real power of HTML5 Canvas is its ability to update content at any moment, enabling real-time graphics, animations, and interactive visuals across web pages.
T h e elem ent itse lf is very sim ple All you need to w rite in H TM L docum ent is:
The importance of HTML5
Combination of HTML5 w ith CSS3 and Javascript in web designing
CSS3 is the updated CSS standard that follows CSS2.1, offering designers a wide range of new ways to create impressive effects on web pages and introducing some important changes It emphasizes a modular approach, with separate modules covering areas such as layout, typography, selectors, backgrounds and borders, animations, and transitions, enabling richer design capabilities while maintaining backward compatibility for existing CSS This modular design lets developers adopt CSS3 features incrementally, empowering progressive enhancement and more precise control over styling and presentation across modern websites.
ZenElements introduces a multi-column layout with new capabilities that let you style elements more impressively and easily, including transparency/opacity, native gradients, and rounded corners Like HTML5, some features are currently supported by specific browsers while others are not yet available The key CSS3 features and browser compatibility are summarized below by ZenElements.
Table 1 - CSS3 an d browser compatibility chart ( Source: Z E N Elements, 2010)
Fi refox Internet E x p lorer O pera Safari
Box shadow Y Y N Y N N N N N Y Y ® F ont-face Y Y N Y NA NA N A N A Y N Y
JavaScript is a foundational language in web development, originally created by Brendan Eich to run inside web pages, where it could process numbers and dynamically modify form content It was initially named Mocha, then LiveScript, and finally JavaScript when released, in part because its syntax resembles Java The way it references forms, links, and anchors as children of the document object, with inputs as children of their parent form, came to be known as the DOM Level 0 As a client-side programming language that supports HTML documents, JavaScript enables dynamic web pages and creates visual effects with ease.
And the introduction o f H TM L5 and C SS 3 really allow Javascript to spread its wings
We can name some astonishing innovations such as:
And the best o f all is association with canvas
The combination of HTML5, CSS3, and a variety of JavaScript frameworks has become the defining trend in modern web design Since HTML5 first appeared in 2009, even as its specifications evolved, developers have built countless remarkable applications worldwide These innovations span responsive layouts, interactive user interfaces, rich multimedia experiences, and offline functionality, illustrating how this tech stack continues to push the boundaries of the web The most astonishing applications emerging from this stack showcase its transformative impact.
Figure 14 - HTML5 application example Brain Surface and Tractography Viewer (
Children's Hospital Boston, 2011 cited in M askable, 2011)
Tools used: JavaScript, jQuery and W ebGL.
Figure 15 - HTMLS application example M athboard (PalaSoftware Inc., 2011 cited in Mashable, 2011)
Figure 1 6 - HTML5 application example Extreme beautiful web interface (Friends o f
Moreover, there are many other impacts in web development world that are supporting this trend and making H T M L5 + C SS 3 + Javascript more important:
“ Browsers war” is the term about the competition between browser makers in supporting web developers and users throughout the time, and there is a big war in supporting
HTML5 features are at the forefront of modern web development, and the latest releases of browsers such as Firefox, Safari, Opera, Chrome, and Internet Explorer are racing to keep up with HTML5 and CSS3 innovations These browsers now offer varying levels of support for HTML5 and CSS3 features, reflecting different implementation timelines and performance Both developers and users increasingly prefer browsers with the best HTML5 and CSS3 compatibility to ensure consistent rendering, richer functionality, and the best possible user experience across sites and apps.
Advanced feature of technologies themselves
HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript bring clear advantages and improvements to web development, driven by powerful toolkits and frameworks that streamline workflows and often feel almost magical in their ease of use There are countless example demos on the Internet built with these toolkits, showcasing stunning designs, smooth interactions, and responsive performance These tools empower developers to build richer, faster, and more accessible websites, fueling ongoing innovation across projects and audiences.
Ultimately, the trend endures because it sparks constant chatter across tech media and the technology press, with audiences eager to try the latest, seemingly flawless products.
Comparison between HTML5 and Flash
Flash has played a pivotal role in web development from its early days to the present, enabling rich multimedia experiences through graphics, sound and video, animation, and interactivity This combination helped shape how designers approach multimedia content on the web and remains a reference point for interactive design and engaging user experiences.
Vector graphics describe shapes with mathematical precision—lines and curves—allowing web graphics to stay crisp when scaled and kept simple for fast rendering They produce smaller file sizes and faster download times, and they can be resized to any dimension without quality loss, making them highly versatile for a wide range of uses on websites, apps, and multimedia.
Sound can be incorporated into Flash as a background element or a synchronized element that matches a particular action or function It supports a wide variety of digital sound formats and provides limited sound editing capabilities Flash is also very successful in video support, with about 75% of online video files displayed on web pages through the Flash player, a statistic reported by PC World in 2010 (cited in VN Express, 2010).
Flash animations can dramatically enhance the visual impact and dynamic range of a website's graphics These animations can be created as stand-alone short films for online distribution or integrated as navigational elements such as buttons and menus When used together, Flash movies and navigation components can build complete Flash web pages that leave a strong impression on visitors.
Flash, despite its power, has never been the standard for web development because it is a proprietary technology owned by a corporation As HTML5 brings ambitious specifications to the table, the debate over whether HTML5 can replace Flash in web development has grown longer and remains unresolved to this day.
The primary criterion for comparing HTML5 versus Flash is their capabilities HTML5, together with CSS3 and JavaScript, has surpassed Flash in delivering rich, interactive web experiences, offering broader device support, improved performance, and a wide range of multimedia, graphics, and animation capabilities.
M edia C ontent aspect and proved their abilities to achieve some specific im portant graphics and anim ation effects that Flash can do Som e o f those capabilities are illustrated below:
HTML5 enables native graphics through the canvas element and its APIs, while Flash is known for its powerful vector graphics In comparison, Flash offers stunning vector drawing capabilities, but HTML5's canvas provides an adequate and increasingly capable drawing area This marks a milestone: for the first time, a standard web technology can create rich graphics directly in the browser without plugins.
Figure 17 - HTM L5 vs Flash products comparison
HTML5's canvas element enables pixel-level photo editing, giving developers precise control over every pixel in an image With the right skill set, this capability can power robust photo editor applications and even support game-like experiences—offering Flash-like potential in a modern, browser-based environment.
HTML5 enables impressive animation and 3D effects that truly stand out, with moving and flying elements combined with 3D images or Polaroid-style effects to create stunning, creative image galleries and engaging web pages While HTML5’s tweening capabilities are somewhat limited compared to other tools, it remains a strong choice for modern web design Online comparisons between Flash and HTML5 are plentiful, and a reliable resource for these debates is html5vsflash.tumblr.com.
HTML5's video element is challenging the dominance of the Flash Player plugin in modern browsers Today, about 75% of web pages rely on Flash to display video, with the remaining 25% served by third-party video players The HTML5 video element lets you embed video files directly in HTML documents, enabling native playback on web pages and removing Flash from the plugin list.
Although HTML5 has delivered remarkable results, comparing it directly with Flash isn’t always fair Flash remains a strong force in web development, providing reliable support from simple graphics to fully dynamic Flash-based web pages, and it continues to evolve with features that HTML5 cannot yet replicate Adobe is pursuing several strategies to sustain Flash’s relevance and capitalize on its Flash products in the evolving web ecosystem.
It is believed they will pursue dual strategies: embracing HTML innovations and continuing to develop the best tools to support them, while Wallaby software was released by Adobe on March 8.
In 2011, Adobe introduced Flash-to-HTML5 conversion and added HTML5 support to Dreamweaver, the famous editor used by web designers At the same time, the company continued upgrading its products with features like native graphics processing, 3D capabilities, and hardware acceleration in the latest versions, which attracted game developers.
People still hold out hope for HTML5, because HTML5 cannot match Flash in every capability, but it doesn't have to replicate all Flash features given their different development goals The HTML5 vs Flash debate is often likened to the Google vs Yahoo! Search story, with predictions of a bright future for the newer, lighter technology.
The second point to com pare betw een Flash and HTM L5 is their history Flash was published in 1996 by M acrom edia corporation and currently developed and distributed by
Adobe acquired Flash in 2005, and after 15 years of development and updates, Flash achieved remarkable success in web development and application markets The latest version at that time was Flash 10, signaling ten major releases of the platform According to Ms Vicky Skipp, Adobe’s Asia-Pacific CEO in 2010, over 35 million designers worldwide used Flash, about 98% of desktop users were familiar with Flash, and a large share of netbooks, smartbooks, and other mobile devices benefited from Flash applications In 2010, more than half of smartphones sold were shipped with Flash installed Flash became not just a tool but a habit for many users.
M eanw hile HTM L5 has ju st appeared in 2 years and still has not been standardized yet
Demo application
Overall description
HTML5 is not a single platform , and cannot m ake a com pleted web application by itself
A s described above, H TM L5, CSS3 and Javascript are closely com bined will create great piece o f w orks, therefore, my dem o application will prove preem inence o f those association, not HTM L5 only.
A demonstration application was created to realize an attractive e-learning environment using HTML5 with API libraries, CSS3, and JavaScript The system is designed for a single subject and implemented as a web application It enables students to access course materials, engage with interactive features, and manage their learning tasks within a modern, responsive online platform.
Students can access and self-study their online courses through three flexible methods: reading the course material as if in a virtual book, learning from an organized image gallery, or watching video lessons recorded from real classes or other valuable resources This multi-method approach accommodates different learning styles and lets learners progress at their own pace, making the most of digital content and multimedia resources to reinforce understanding and retention.
- Students can keep track on their assignm ents and subm ission deadlines as well as subm it their work.
In case student need any support from professor, they can directly send email to teacher w ho is in charge o f subject.
There w as also a mini gam e for students to relax betw een strained classes.
Besides those functionalities, in order to m ake a really attractive and interactive environm ent, the interface should be beautifully designed, m any im pressive effects like
3D environm ent, gradient colored elem ents and interesting anim ation detail and so on, w ere added into application.
HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript (along with their frameworks) are the optimal tools for building modern web applications because they offer powerful, cohesive features that are well suited to this kind of app HTML5's rich media content elements (, , ) provide straightforward ways to embed media and help structure documents effectively, while the robust APIs enable apps such as games and drag-and-drop file interactions CSS3 adds excellent styling capabilities, including extended RGB/RGBA color ranges, gradient effects that don’t require images, text-shadow for visual depth, and support for multiple backgrounds—useful for creating 3D-like visuals The element opened a bright era for embedding games and interactive graphics on the web with minimal setup JavaScript ties everything together, offering dynamic interactivity and the ability to update virtually any part of the app as needed In the near future, the shift from HTML 4.01 to HTML5 presents a great opportunity to stay aligned with international innovations and simplify ongoing maintenance.
Due to the limited time and scope of this thesis, the current application has been implemented solely for the front-end interface and client-side functionality If there is potential for further development, the project will be expanded to include back-end components, server-side programming, and a content management system to deliver a complete full-stack solution.
The application runs properly on M ozilla Firefox version 3.6 or more U sers should install apache then open html file to ensure activity o f dynam ic content parts.
Application details
“ E -leam ing environm ent” application consists o f eight m ain interfaces w ith different functions, w hich can be shown in screenshots and briefly described below.
S tart Learning ■ A s s ig n m e n t ■ C o n tact& S u p o o rt ■ ta m e & Relax
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Index.html serves as the index page of the web application, providing a system introduction in its lower section and easy navigation to different parts of the application The site uses a black and dark red color scheme, which can be customized in each section via CSS3, enabling theme changes without altering the HTML markup.
The index page emphasizes interactive mouse-over animation effects Hovering over the system FAQ in the bottom-right reveals the answer with a fade-in effect, while hovering over navigation elements triggers background changes and causes the relevant summary to slide into view These smooth, Flash-like interactions are powered by jQuery, delivering a dynamic and engaging user experience.
Click Start Learning in the navigation to move the site into the Start Learning area Here, students can choose from three learning methods to study the course A flash-like effect, built with pure CSS, activates when the mouse hovers over an image Marquee elements help introduce the subject smoothly, and their speed can be controlled by users with a small JavaScript code snippet Choose a learning method you like to begin.
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SOLVE REAL PROBLEMS IN THE DESIGN AND USE OF TECHNOLOGY MAKING COMPUTER-BASED SYSTEMS EASER TO
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