Fundamentals of Graphic Design
In this online course, students will learn how to identify and describe visual graphic design elements to create digital content.
Shaunita Grase, Educator and Behavior Coach
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(15)
What's included
8 live meetings
6 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
Fall Coaching Special: Get $10 off my class with coupon code GRASEFALL10 until Dec 20, 2024. Get started by entering the coupon code at checkout. In this 8-week online course, students will learn the basic elements of graphic design. The topics that will be discussed are as followed by class week: Example Schedule-Dates Will Vary Based On Start Date of Class. Each class will begin with the Week 1 Topic. Week-1: Lines Week-2: Shapes Week-3: Colors Week-4: Text Week-5: Images Week-6: Texture Week-7-Space and Scale Week-8-Final Review and Portfolio Completion The class is structured as lecture style, learner-centered, and project-based, to review the graphic design element of the week using slides, video clips, and images. Students will apply each element through guided practice during class and through a demonstration activity posted in their individual digital graphic design portfolio to be completed outside of class. Students will be expected to complete assigned weekly design projects or design projects of their choice in their digital portfolio to demonstrate proficiency in the use of various graphic design elements to create digital design products. No graphic arts design experience is needed. However, students should have knowledge and experience related to basic computer usage and navigation of websites. For example, students should understand what it means to “right-click” on-device mouse or to “click on” the home tab of a computer program.
Learning Goals
Students will be able to identify the basic elements of graphic arts design. Using Canva, a graphic design application, students will apply what they learned by creating a digital graphic arts design portfolio.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
In order to use Canva, a FREE email personal account will be required to create their account. If a learner is not old enough to create their own email account, a parent Canva account is acceptable for learners who are not able to open up an email account to create their own Canva account. None of the paid Canva features are required for this class, and the free Canva account will suffice. Young learners will need to know how to access their/your personal Canva account prior to the start of class.
Supply List
Recommended supplies: A sketchbook or notebook without lined paper to take notes and plan for digital projects and design ideas; color pencils, regular pencils, and a ruler. These items can be found at local craft or discount stores.
Language of Instruction
English
Joined March, 2021
5.0
15reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
South Carolina Teaching Certificate in Special Education
2 Degrees
Master's Degree from University of Cincinati
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from University of South Carolina
I have over 15 years of experience creating digital content and marketing for government and non-profit professional associations. Currently, I am a social media consultant, trainer, and digital content creator for a non-profit organization. I create social media engagement flyers, marketing/event flyers, etc. I primarily use graphic design web applications like Canva and Adobe Spark to create digital content. However, I have experience using other methods such as Powerpoint, Word, and the likes to create digital content. Reviews
Live Group Class
$17
weekly or $135 for 8 classes1x per week, 8 weeks
50 min
Completed by 4 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-16
5-10 learners per class
