eDynamic Learning Course Title: Digital Design 1a / 1b
State: AL
State Course Title: Digital Publications Design
State Course Code:
State Standards: Business Management and Administration
Date of Standards: 2021
Percentage of Course Aligned: 91%
Foundational Standards
1. Incorporate safety procedures in handling, operating, and maintaining tools and machinery; handling materials; utilizing personal protective equipment; maintaining a safe work area; and handling hazardous materials and forces.
Digital Design 1b: Creating a Graphic Design Business Unit 7: Creating a Safe Business Environment Lessons 1-3
Explaining emergency workplace plans; reviewing jobsite safety rules; employer obligations regarding safety; handling hazardous materials; proper and safe usage of the internet
Activity 1
2. Demonstrate effective workplace and employability skills, including communication, awareness of diversity, positive work ethic, problem-solving, time management, and teamwork.
Digital Design 1a: Introduction Unit 2: Careers in Graphic Design Lesson 2
Examining desirable soft skills for jobs in design fields, such as communication, interpersonal skills, and personal qualities, and technical skills such as different software abilities; compose a job posting noting required skills and abilities
Activity 3, Discussion 1 Fully
3. Explore the range of careers available in the field and investigate their educational requirements, and demonstrate jobseeking skills including resume-writing and interviewing.
Digital Design 1a: Introduction Unit 2: Careers in Graphic Design Lessons 1, 2
Exploring the range of careers available in the field, including publication designer, photo editor, and many more, along with educational requirements; create a career presentation for a job fair
Critical Thinking 1-3, 5, Activity 1, Discussion 2
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4. Advocate and practice safe, legal, responsible, and ethical use of information and technology tools specific to the industry pathway.
Digital Design 1b: Creating a Graphic Design Business Unit 3 Using Images Lesson 2
5. Participate in a Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) to increase knowledge and skills and to enhance leadership and teamwork.
Digital Design 1a: Introduction Unit 2: Careers in Graphic Design Lesson 3
Examining the ethical and fair use of images; understanding intellectual property, copyright, fair use, Creative Commons, and more
Understanding the benefits available through membership in a CTSO, such as networking, certifications, leadership opportunities, etc.; create PSAs noting the importance of CTSOs
Activity 1-3
Copyright and Intellectual property use see also covered in 1B Unit 7
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Critical Thinking 4, Activity 2
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6. Discuss and demonstrate ways to value diversity.
Digital Design 1a: Introduction Unit 1: What is Graphic Design? Lesson 3
Understanding cultural context in design; assignment calls for researching another culture and creating a cultural design guide that considers how design elements are used in that culture with visual examples and explanations
Critical Thinking 2, Activity 2, Discussion 2
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Multimedia Components
1. Research award-winning magazines, newspapers, and other print and digital publications and list exemplary practices to be used as guidelines for creating a publication. a. Describe processes involved in producing digital publications, presentations, videos, and websites, including creation of content, layout, graphic design, editing, and publishing.
Digital Design 1a: Introduction Unit 1: What is Graphic Design? Activity 2
Student is to conduct online research about how different design elements, for example use of color to elicit emotion, are used in advertisements from other cultures
Activity 2
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2. Design and create enhanced, interactive multimedia projects that utilize various computer software and hardware components.
Digital Design 1a: Introduction Unit 1: What is Graphic Design? Activity 1, 2
After researching different technology advances in digital design and their benefits and impacts, student is to use presentation software to create a slideshow and also create an audio recording noting key timeline events
Activity 1, 2
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3. Explain the features of various digital file formats. a. Determine the applicable file format for use in a variety of digital publications. b. Use file conversion software to convert multiple types of files.
4. Demonstrate methods of organizing and backing up files using file system folders and online file management services.
Digital Photography
5. Utilize a variety of equipment to create and import digital images. Examples: digital cameras, scanners
Digital Design 1a: Introduction Unit 3: Skills for Success Lesson 3
Digital Design 1a: Introduction Unit 3: Skills for Success Lesson 2
Examining different image file formats and their uses, such as JPG, GIF, and PNG, and comparing resolution, compression, size, etc.
Critical Thinking 5, Activity 1
Identifying best practices for naming files and organizing into folders Critical Thinking 1, 4, Activity 2
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Digital Design 1a: Introduction Unit 4: Finding the Right Tools Lessons 1, 2
Exploring the differences between vector and raster images and appropriate software editing choices; tips for designing an effective logo; activity designing a business logo
Activity 1, 2, Discussion 1
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6. Demonstrate the basic techniques of digital photography. a. Utilize the rules of composition when creating photographs for publication. b. Demonstrate proper use of digital-imaging software and equipment to edit photographs. c. Compare and contrast similar or related photographs to determine which would be most effective on a published page.
Digital Design 1a: Introduction Unit 4: Finding the Right Tools Lesson 1
Examining different photo editing software choices in raster or vector, such as GIMP, Pixel, Adobe InDesign, and Photoshop; create a presentation that notes basic digital design guidelines and presents created logos
Activity 3, Discussion 2
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7. Explain the importance of setting design goals for publications. Digital Design 1a: Introduction Unit 6: Print Design Lessons 1-3
Understanding the importance of fully understanding a design's goals, including the intended audience and the client's needs and parameters
Activity 2
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8. Select design elements and content based upon the purpose, message, and audience for a publication.
Digital Design 1a: Introduction Unit 5: Graphic Design Basics Lessons 1, 2
Exploring the elements of design, such as line, shape, and value, and the principles, such as perspective and scale, with examples
Critical Thinking 1, 2, 5, Activity 3
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9. Produce original, creative, professional, and appealing publication layouts.
Digital Design 1a: Introduction Unit 5: Graphic Design Basics Activity
Activity calls for creating a design portfolio and requires research into digital platforms and assembling a creative yet professional portfolio of digital design work
Activity 1, 2
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10. Design page layouts with appropriate proportions, balance, and typography. a. Demonstrate techniques for text wrapping, creating sidebars and borders, and inserting drop caps.
11. Demonstrate effective writing skills in the development of publications. a. Take complete, concise, and accurate notes during meetings and interviews. b. Write and edit stories and cutlines according to the style selected by a particular publication.
12. Analyze images for visual, spatial, and functional differences. Examples: photographs, artwork, shapes, icons
13. Create publication grids for effective layout of various types of pages.
14. Explain the concepts of copyright, libel, trademark, and fair use as they apply to print and digital publications.
15. Explain the concepts of censorship as they apply to creating a publication.
Digital Design 1a: Introduction Unit 6: Print Design Lesson 1
Examining the details involved in effective page layouts, such as sidebars, pull quotes, tabs, and more; activity calls for creation of a full-color brochure for a non-profit organization
Critical Thinking 2-4, Activity 2
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Digital Design 1a: Introduction Unit 3: Skills for Success Lesson 4
Digital Design 1a: Introduction Unit 5: Graphic Design Basics Lessons 1-3
Digital Design 1a: Introduction Unit 6: Print Design Lesson 2
Digital Design 1b: Creating a Graphic Design Business Unit 7: Creating a Safe Business Environment Lessons 1-4
Understanding effective publication writing goals and techniques; activity calls for effectively writing for two different audiences
Analyzing photographs for design principle factors and effectiveness, such as scale, balance, repetition, etc.
Working with grid layouts for placement and alignment; key terms to know in layout grids, such as flowlines and gutters
Critical Thinking 2, Activity 3
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Critical Thinking 5
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Critical Thinking 2, 4, Activity 2
Understanding copyright laws and infringement; identifying professional practices and maintaining confidentiality Activity 1-3
For fair use and ethical use of images see also 1B Unit 3
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16. Proofread and correct finished publications.
Digital Design 1a: Introduction Unit 3: Skills for Success Lesson 4
Learning tips for effective proofreading, including the importance of self editing and understanding proofing notations Activity 3, Discussion 2
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17. Meet deadlines, multitask, and prioritize as needed to produce a publication in an efficient and timely manner.
Digital Design 1a: Introduction Unit 8: Understanding Color Activity 1-4
Working with a 'client,' student is to design, deliver, and communicate on several design projects including creating a color scheme, designing a logo, and home page
Activity 1-4
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18. Produce a finished, edited publication for a particular audience or purpose. a. Distribute a publication in electronic and/or printed versions.
Digital Design 1a: Introduction Unit 7: The Art of Typography Activity 2
Designing a two-page spread in a home décor magazine that exhibits attractive layout, image spacing, effective typography, usage of sidebars, and more
Activity 2
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Video Production
19. Demonstrate the ability to execute the steps in the digital video pre-production process. a. Identify segment type, audience, and genre. b. Create a script and storyboard appropriate to the needs of the production.
20. Demonstrate the ability to successfully complete the digital video production process. a. Identify and utilize commonly used angles and shots. b. Control camera movement to obtain the required effects.
21. Demonstrate the ability to complete the digital video postproduction process. a. Operate editing hardware and software to produce videos.
Digital Design 1b: Creating a Graphic Design Business Unit 2: The Design Process Lesson 1 Understanding pre-production activities and a rundown of the process Activity 1-3
Digital Design 1b: Creating a Graphic Design Business Unit 2: The Design Process Lesson 2 Examining steps in starting production and analyzing how productions are made Activity 1-3
Digital Design 1b: Creating a Graphic Design Business
Unit 2: The Design Process Lesson 3 Detailing post-production activities Activity 1-3
Although the design process is covered, the focus is not on video production Partially Met
Although the design process is covered, the focus is not on video production Partially Met
Although the design process is covered, the focus is not on video production Partially Met