Adobe Photoshop

PLEASE NOTE: This course is powered by Pointful Education and does not follow the typical Lincoln Empowered course structure. This course is one semester in length. This course includes teacher services. The auto-graded option is not available. This course requires materials. Click HERE for details. Michigan Families: CTE courses are not offered with Michigan-certified teachers. Please note that this means you may not earn credits for these courses if completed. Grade Range: 8-12 Credit Equivalency: 1.0 Semester: 1 Semester COURSE OVERVIEW This course introduces students to the world of Adobe Photoshop. Students will get an insight into what it is like working in the visual and graphic design industry. Over 11 modules, students will learn everything from absolute basics like navigating Photoshop to performing complex tasks like editing and retouching photos, applying filters and effects, and even creating original artwork. The course contains guided tutorials, do-it-yourself projects, and great resources that will help students practice and learn how to work in Photoshop. Pointful Education Courses are structured in a consistent, research-based format utilizing multiple pedagogical concepts such as Understanding by Design, Growth Mindset, and Video and Project-based learning. Through the use of these pedagogical concepts, Pointful Education maintains a consistent and engaging course structure that supports student-centered learning. COURSE OUTLINE BY MODULE Module 1: Working in the Design Industry Part I Module 2: Working in the Design Industry Part II Module 3: Project Setup and Interface Part I Module 4: Project Setup and Interface Part II Module 5: Project Setup and Interface Part III Module 6: Organizing Documents Part I Module 7: Organizing Documents Part II Module 8: Creating and Modifying Visual Elements Part I Module 9: Creating and Modifying Visual Elements Part II Module 10: Creating and Modifying Visual Elements Part III Module 11: Publishing Digital Media COURSE PREVIEW VIDEO Please follow this link for a course preview video.  CERTIFICATION This course prepares students for the Adobe Certified Associate certification exam. To learn more, follow this link. TEACHER SERVICES All teachers for Pointful Education courses will grade student assessments according to the rubric accompanying each teacher-graded assessment. The course teacher is available to answer student questions via email, during scheduled office hours, or by virtual appointment. The student’s district is responsible for any certifications associated with the course.