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Basic HTML tutorial --
explain the basics of HTML coding and tags (header, body, lists,
tables, etc.).
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Using the record
actions function in Adobe Photoshop -- learn to record a series
of actions and apply them to other images OR to an entire folder.
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Using the slice tool
function in Adobe Photoshop -- learn to slice a central image
into parts, save it as a web page and create hover buttons over
individual sections of the image.
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Additional
features of Adobe ImageReady -- expand on any features that
we have not previously discussed in class (controlling file size,
etc.). Consider checking out a tutorial and discovering
expanded features of the program.
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Additional features of Adobe
Photoshop -- demonstrate the 'automate' function procedure
(create auto contact sheet, web gallery, picture package, etc.).
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Fundamentals of
Macromedia Flash -- understand the fundamentals of the program
and how to access online tutorials that provide an easy way to learn
more advanced features independently.
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Fundamentals of
Macromedia Fireworks -- demonstrate how Dreamweaver and Firework
integrate (import and export techniques).
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Fundamentals of
Macromedia FreeHand (similar to Adobe Illustrator)
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Contemporary issues
in graphic design and digital art -- show samples of mind-expanding graphic
design and discuss how the field is expanding.
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Color theory tutorial
-- gain a better understanding of how colors interrelate.
Introduce online tutorials that help explain color theory.
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Understanding file
types/sizes and learning to make informed choices about
graphics.
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Printing issues --
discuss best practices for achieving high quality printouts AND
working with outside printers (i.e. CMYK, RGB, Index color, etc.).
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Advanced color
correction using Adobe Photoshop
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Additional features of
Dreamweaver
-- expand on any features that
we have not previously discussed in class (style sheets, layout
tool, library items, assets, etc.).
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Dreamweaver style sheets
-- gain a better
understanding of how style sheets can assist web developers in
controlling and managing medium to large web sites.
