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SYLABUS  –

A WordPress syllabus typically covers the basics of using WordPress for website development, content creation, and management. Here’s a suggested syllabus for a WordPress course:

WordPress Course Syllabus:

Module 1: Introduction to WordPress

1. Overview of WordPress:

   • Introduction to Content Management Systems (CMS)
   • History and evolution of WordPress
   • Understanding the WordPress ecosystem

2. Setting Up WordPress:

   • Installing WordPress locally (using tools like XAMPP or MAMP)
   • Installing WordPress on a web server
   • Configuring basic settings

Module 2: WordPress Basics

1. Dashboard and User Management:

   • Navigating the WordPress Dashboard
   • Managing user roles and permissions
   • Creating and managing user profiles

2. Posts and Pages:

   • Creating and editing posts
   • Creating and editing pages
   • Understanding the difference between posts and pages

Module 3: Themes and Customization

1. Introduction to WordPress Themes:

   • Installing and activating themes
   • Customizing the theme settings
   • Exploring the WordPress Theme Customizer

2. Customizing Appearance:

   • Customizing header and footer
   • Working with widgets and sidebars
   • Creating custom menus

Module 4: Plugins and Functionality

1. Understanding Plugins:

   • Installing and activating plugins
   • Popular plugins for various functionalities
   • Plugin settings and configurations

2. Adding Functionality with Plugins:

   • SEO plugins
   • Contact form plugins
   • Social media integration plugins

Module 5: Content Management

1. Media Management:

   • Uploading and managing images, videos, and other media
   • Media library organization

2. Categories and Tags:

   • Creating and managing categories
   • Using tags effectively

Module 6: Advanced Content Creation

1. Custom Post Types and Taxonomies:

   • Creating custom post types
   • Custom taxonomies and their uses

2. Page Builders and Advanced Layouts:

   • Introduction to page builders
   • Creating advanced page layouts

Module 7: WordPress Security

1. Understanding WordPress Security:

   • Best practices for securing your WordPress site
   • Managing user permissions
   • Choosing secure themes and plugins

2. Backup and Restore:

   • Regular backups using plugins
   • Restoring a WordPress site from backup

Module 8: WordPress Maintenance and Performance

1. Site Optimization:

   • Caching and performance optimization plugins
   • Image optimization techniques
   • Reducing website load time

2. WordPress Updates and Maintenance:

   • Keeping WordPress core, themes, and plugins updated
   • Troubleshooting common issues

Module 9: E-commerce with WordPress (Optional)

1. Introduction to E-commerce:

   • Overview of e-commerce with WordPress
   • Popular e-commerce plugins (WooCommerce)

2. Setting Up an Online Store:

   • Product management
   • Cart and checkout customization

Module 10: Final Project

1. Project Work:
   • Design and develop a WordPress website
   • Incorporate various features learned in the course
   • Showcase best practices in WordPress development

Assessment and Evaluation:

• Assignments and Quizzes:

  • Regular assignments to reinforce concepts
  • Quizzes to assess understanding

• Project Evaluation:

  • Assessment of the final WordPress project
  • Site design, functionality, and customization