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2D and Graphic Design

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2D and Graphic Design

17 MODULES

10 HOURS

In this course you will learn about 2D and graphic designing digital tools that makes cross curricular projects fun in the classroom.

Course Overview

    • Welcome: 2D Design

    • Digital Art & Media in the Classroom

    • Microcredential Discussion Part 1

    • 🖐Welcome to 2D Design

    • ⚠️ Important Safety Information

    • Getting Started with Canva

    • Getting Started with Inkscape

    • Getting started with Easel

    • Getting started with Powtoon

    • Teacher Training Webinar

    • Learning Goals

    • What is 2D Design?

    • Intro to the Design Industry

    • Discussion: Why 2D Design?

    • Module 2 Learning Goals

    • What is Graphic Design?

    • Watch: Graphic Design in Action (optional)

    • Getting Started With Canva and Graphic Design

    • Working on It: Movie Poster Project

    • Discussion: Graphic Design & You

    • Module 3 Learning Goals

    • Advanced Graphic Design Skills

    • Assignment: Abstract Art

    • Module 4 Learning Goals

    • What is a CNC Mill?

    • Watch: CNC Mills in Action (optional)

    • Getting Started With Easel

    • Assignment: CNC Mill Board Game

    • Discussion: Milling Around

    • Module 5 Learning Goals

    • What is Laser Cutting?

    • Watch: Laser Cutting in Action (optional)

    • Using Inkscape for Laser Cutting

    • Assignment: Laser Cut Keychain

    • Discussion: Laser Focused

    • Module 6 Learning Goals

    • What is Vinyl Cutting?

    • Watch: Vinyl Cutting in Action (optional)

    • How to Use Inkscape for Vinyl Cutting

    • Assignment: Vinyl Decal/Sticker

    • Discussion: Vinyl Cutting

    • Module 7 Learning Goals

    • Introduction to Animation

    • Introduction to Powtoon

    • Assignment: Animation Project

    • Discussion: Let's Get Animated!

    • Module 8 Learning Goals

    • Assignment: Intro to the Final Project

    • Discussion: Your Project & You

    • Module 9 Learning Goals

    • How to Give & Receive Feedback

    • Assignment: Giving Peer Feedback

    • Discussion: Feedback and You

    • Module 10 Learning Goals

    • Final Project Submission

    • Assignment: Lesson Plan Submission

    • Microcredential Discussion Part 2

    • What's Next?

    • Course Feedback and Comments

    • 🌎 Introduction to the Global Goals Challenges

    • Challenge 1

    • Challenge 2

    • Challenge 3

    • Challenge 4

    • Challenge 5

  • Meet the course producers

    Highlights:

    Explore a variety of digital tools that support graphic design.

    Guided activities that support you in learning how to use digital tools.

    Examples and resources that support 2D graphic design.

    Step-by-step instructions for using a variety of digital tools.

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