Unit 2-Digital Design with Canva
Welcome to our Digital Design unit! In this unit, you will explore the exciting world of graphic design using Canva and Adobe Express. Whether you realize it or not, digital design is everywhere—from social media graphics and advertisements to posters and presentations. By learning how to create visually appealing and effective designs, you'll gain skills that can be used in school, personal projects, and even future careers.
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Throughout this unit, you will:
✅ Learn the basics of design principles such as color, typography, and layout.
✅ Explore the features and tools in Canva and Adobe Express.
✅ Create eye-catching graphics, presentations, and digital content.
✅ Develop your creativity while applying real-world design skills.
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By the end of this unit, you will have the confidence to create professional-looking designs that communicate ideas effectively. Get ready to unleash your creativity and become a digital designer!
Responsibilities:
(1) Only Update your Name
Changing other information will result in a meeting with the teacher
(2) Use the Color Coding System to Communicate
GREEN = This Level is 100% DONE and I have moved forward!
BLUE = This Level is what I am currently working on!
ORANGE = I need a Teacher Signature
YELLOW = I have a question, but it can wait if you are busy!
RED = I have a question & can NOT move forward without help!
Level 4: Choice project: Print making or Video Editing
Print advertising combines all of the elements of graphic design into an important question. Can you create something which compels an audience to take action? Students have the option to complete the Canva advertising course in order to complete the project described below.
Videos are how the general public consumes most of their information and spends most of their time entertaining themselves. Students who select this option will create TWO videos using the Canva video editor. One video will focus on promoting an class, event, club, or activity at LMCMS. The other video, will be some school appropriate brain rot/entertainment video.
Level 3: I can create a logo to showcase graphic design elements.
To showcase their newfound graphic design skills, students will choose a club, team, class, or organization at LMCMS and create a logo for them.
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Students have the option to work through the logo design course alongside peer and teacher feedback on their designs.
Level 2: I can become a certified Graphic Designer
Students will explore and utilize the basic elements of design. Like the Canva essentials course, which was an exploration in how to best make use of all of Canva's tools and features.
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This class focuses on the essentials of design, color theory, and creating mood boards as a planning vehicle for design projects.