From: http://learn.shayhowe.com/html-css/

I found this interesting looking link for beginners in Codrops' Collective #47.
As many here on these forums are new to web design, this site might come in handy for them.

Thanks!

As usual I managed to click a link that lead to something not so good the first thing I did.

Judging from the example one could think that an element is the start tag.
http://learn.shayhowe.com/html-css/terminology-syntax-intro

He does explain the difference in the next paragraph, though. But I agree the "<a>" example is misleading.

Thanks! even though I am familiar with the basics of HTML, CSS points will be useful for me!

Is w3schools recommendable for beginners? Its my practice ground for doing web design as well as developing.

I sometimes use it too, as it often turns up as a first result in a search. But not all the code they provide is always accurate. Be aware of that and look up in other resources too.

+1

Also, they have a tendency not to "tell the whole story". But for looking things up quickly or to get a glimpse of something new to you, sure.

I'm a novice in html and CSS so your link about html and css terminology is truly a great help for me. Thank you!

You're welcome. I hope it helps you and other novices here.

Personally, I'm not so fond of video tutorials in order to learn HTML and CSS.
It's easier to go back to a particular explanation in written text (web or book). Besides, you can copy&paste sample codes.