Course Title: WordPress Fundamentals

Module 1: Introduction to WordPress

1.1. What is WordPress?

1.2. Benefits of Using WordPress

1.3. WordPress.com vs. WordPress.org

1.4. Setting Expectations

Module 2: Getting Started with WordPress

2.1. Registering a Domain Name

2.2. Web Hosting Options

2.3. Installing WordPress

2.4. Accessing the WordPress Dashboard

Module 3: WordPress Basics

3.1. Understanding the Dashboard

3.2. User Roles and Permissions

3.3. Creating and Editing Posts

3.4. Creating and Managing Pages

3.5. Categories and Tags

3.6. Media Library

Module 4: Customizing Your WordPress Site

4.1. Choosing and Installing Themes

4.2. Customizing Your Theme

4.3. Adding Widgets to Your Site

4.4. Custom Menus

4.5. Setting Up the Homepage

Module 5: Managing WordPress Plugins

5.1. What Are Plugins?

5.2. Installing and Activating Plugins

5.3. Popular Plugins for Various Functions

5.4. Managing and Updating Plugins

Module 6: Search Engine Optimization (SEO) for WordPress

6.1. SEO Basics

6.2. SEO Plugins

6.3. Optimizing Content for SEO

6.4. Monitoring SEO Performance

Module 7: Website Security and Backup

7.1. Common Security Threats

7.2. WordPress Security Best Practices

7.3. Backup Strategies and Plugins

Module 8: Website Maintenance and Performance

8.1. Regular Updates and Maintenance

8.2. Improving Website Performance

8.3. Troubleshooting Common Issues

Module 9: WordPress Community and Resources

9.1. Joining the WordPress Community

9.2. Finding Help and Support

9.3. Recommended WordPress Blogs and Forums

Module 10: Launching Your WordPress Website

10.1. Final Testing

10.2. Announcing Your Website

10.3. Ongoing Content Creation and Management

Module 11: Monetizing Your Website (Optional)

11.1. Introduction to Monetization

11.2. Affiliate Marketing

11.3. Display Advertising

11.4. Selling Products/Services

Module 12: Advanced Topics (Optional)

12.1. Custom Post Types and Taxonomies

12.2. Child Themes and Advanced Theme Customization

12.3. WordPress Multisite

12.4. WordPress REST API

Module 13: WordPress Best Practices

13.1. Accessibility

13.2. Mobile Responsiveness

13.3. Content Strategy

13.4. GDPR and Privacy Compliance

Module 14: Final Projects and Graduation

14.1. Student Website Showcase

14.2. Graduation and Certification