Master HTML5 Fundamentals: Build, Design & Apply

This course is part of Modern HTML5 & Responsive Web Development Mastery Specialization

Instructor: EDUCBA

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

13 reviews

1 week to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Identify web foundations and analyze the evolution of HTML to HTML5.
Apply semantic elements, smarter forms, and validations for accessibility.
Create multimedia-rich, standards-compliant web pages with CSS, JS, and canvas.

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15 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 4 modules in this course

By the end of this course, learners will be able to identify the foundations of the web, analyze the evolution of HTML, apply semantic elements, implement smarter forms, and create multimedia-rich, standards-compliant web pages.

This comprehensive HTML5 course is designed for beginners who want to build a strong foundation in modern web development. Starting with the history of the web and browser wars, learners will explore how HTML5 emerged as a transformative standard. They will then demonstrate practical skills by adding CSS and JavaScript, differentiate semantic tags, and construct accessible and user-friendly forms with built-in validations. The course further guides learners to embed multimedia, utilize new input types, and design graphics using the <canvas> element. What makes this course unique is its step-by-step structure, clear module objectives, and practical emphasis on real-world application. With engaging examples and resources, learners will gain confidence to not only understand HTML5 concepts but also apply them to create engaging, future-ready websites. Whether aspiring web developers, designers, or professionals refreshing their skills, learners will walk away empowered with job-ready HTML5 expertise.

This module introduces learners to the origins of the web, the evolution of browsers, and the journey from simple static pages to dynamic applications, setting the stage for HTML5.

What's included

9 videos4 assignments

9 videosTotal 51 minutes

Course Intro1 minute
Prerequisites2 minutes
Course Structure History of Web6 minutes
Browser Wars5 minutes
WebPages to WebApplications Part 18 minutes
WebPages to WebApplications Part 26 minutes
Step Forward WHATWG5 minutes
HTML59 minutes
HTML5 Markup First Look9 minutes

4 assignmentsTotal 60 minutes

Graded - Foundations of the Web30 minutes
Getting Started10 minutes
The Early Web10 minutes
The Road to HTML510 minutes

This module dives into HTML5’s structure, semantic improvements, and browser support, enabling learners to build meaningful, accessible, and standards-compliant web content.

What's included

14 videos4 assignments

14 videosTotal 107 minutes

Adding CSS & JS8 minutes
HTML5 Elements10 minutes
HTML5 Support Part 17 minutes
HTML5 Support Part 28 minutes
HTML5 Support Part 34 minutes
Semantic Elements7 minutes
How Elements were Decided11 minutes
Browser Compatibilty6 minutes
More Elements9 minutes
Date Time7 minutes
Mark Output7 minutes
Boosting Semantics Part 17 minutes
Boosting Semantics Part 27 minutes
Review10 minutes

4 assignmentsTotal 60 minutes

Graded - Exploring HTML530 minutes
HTML5 in Action10 minutes
The Semantics Revolution10 minutes
Modern Markup Essentials10 minutes

This module explores HTML5’s powerful form enhancements, covering new input types, built-in validations, and attributes that improve usability and user experience.

What's included

9 videos4 assignments

9 videosTotal 55 minutes

Search1 minute
Web Forms10 minutes
Building Better Web Forms8 minutes
Validations Part 19 minutes
Validations Part 26 minutes
Validation Support2 minutes
Few More Attributes2 minutes
New Input Types6 minutes
New Input Types 210 minutes

4 assignmentsTotal 60 minutes

Graded - Building Smarter Forms30 minutes
From Basics to Better Forms10 minutes
Validations Made Simple10 minutes
Enhancing User Input10 minutes

This module introduces HTML5’s multimedia and graphics capabilities, covering audio, video, canvas, and essential resources, empowering learners to create engaging digital experiences.

What's included

7 videos3 assignments

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Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026

I liked how the course integrates CSS and JavaScript alongside HTML5. It provides a well-rounded introduction to modern web development.

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026

The course was both fascinating and quite beneficial.

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026

I really appreciated how the course begins with the history and evolution of the web. Understanding how HTML5 emerged gave me valuable context before diving into practical implementation.

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