Adobe Illustrator

As evidenced based on classroom assessments, the student is able to:

• Place Raster images into an Illustrator file to use as drawing templates.
• Create and manage simple shapes and lines.
• Use various tools and panels to transform objects' color, position, and shape.
• Clone objects to minimize repetitive tasks.
• Use layers to organize and manage complex artwork.
• Draw complex shapes by combining simple shapes.
• Draw complex custom shapes with the Pen tool.
• Edit anchor points and handles to control the precise position of vector paths.
• Draw irregular shape outlines by painting with the Blob Brush tool.
• Create a custom color scheme using saved swatches.
• Add interest and depth with color gradients.
• Adjust color, both globally and in specific selections.
• Save multiple file versions for various print applications.

Adobe Photoshop

As evidenced based on classroom assessments, the student is able to:

• Create a single composite ad from multiple supplied images.
• Composite multiple photographs, using various techniques to silhouette the focal object in each image.
• Incorporate Vector graphics as Rasterized layers and Smart Object layers.
• Manage individual layout elements using layers and layer groups.
• Save multiple versions of a file to meet different output requirements.
• Use a small, low-resolution image as a drawing template.
• Create complex, scalable vector shape layers.
• Composite images as Smart Objects.
• Create and modify selections and layer masks.
• Apply filters and adjustments to create artistic effects.
• Develop custom artistic backgrounds.
• Present multiple layout variations using layer comps.

Adobe InDesign

As evidenced based on classroom assessments, the student is able to:

• Create a new file to meet defined project requirements.
• Use the basic InDesign drawing tools to develop visual interest.
• Select objects and object contents.
• Create and format basic text attributes.
• Place and manipulate external graphics files.
• Create a file with the appropriate settings for a four-color, commercially printed poster.
• Using gradients, graphics, and image effects to attract the viewers attention.
• Adding text elements and applying formatting as appropriate for a poster.
• Threading a single text story across multiple text frames.
• Understand the various options for formatting characters and paragraphs.
• Use inline graphics to highlight important text elements.
• Create a PDF file that meets the printers requirements.

Innovative Designer

As evidenced based on classroom assessments, the student is able to:

• Students know and use a deliberate design process for generating ideas, testing theories, creating innovative artifacts or solving authentic problems.
• Students select and use digital tools to plan and manage a design process that considers design constraints and calculated risks.
• Students develop, test and refine prototypes as part of a cyclical design process.
• Students exhibit a tolerance for ambiguity, perseverance and the capacity to work with open-ended problems.

Creative Thinker

As evidenced based on classroom assessments, the student is able to:

• Students choose the appropriate platforms and tools for meeting the desired objectives of their creation or communication.
• Students create original works or responsibly repurpose or remix digital resources into new creations.
• Students communicate complex ideas clearly and effectively by creating or using a variety of digital objects such as visualizations, models or simulations.
• Students publish or present content that customizes the message and medium for their intended audiences.