INTRO TO ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR
This training program has been meticulously designed as a user-friendly and impactful resource tailored for individuals new to Adobe Illustrator. Employing an easy-to-follow interactive simulation, the program is crafted to enhance the learning experience, making it both enjoyable and conducive to maximum retention. Positioned as the inaugural course in a series, its focus is to guide beginners progressively toward achieving proficiency in utilizing Adobe Illustrator as a potent design tool.
Tools Used: Articulate Storyline, Adobe Illustrator, Vyond, Adobe Premiere Pro.
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Note: This course is best experienced on a pc or laptop.
Needs Analysis: In the Introduction to Graphic Design course at the University of Houston - Clear Lake, students utilize Adobe Illustrator to apply design principles in project creation. Many are new to the platform, struggling with navigation despite classroom instruction, impacting project quality. An additional learning resource was sought to supplement platform proficiency without detracting from class time for learning design principles.
Development/Solution: I aimed to minimize student workload while ensuring engagement. Opting for Articulate Storyline for its gamification capabilities, I integrated animated characters via Vyond. The simulation guided students through Adobe Illustrator features, fostering proficiency through interactive tasks with optional hints for assistance.
Outcome: The pre-class requirement received widespread acclaim, with students entering subsequent sessions already proficient in Adobe Illustrator basics. Such positive reception has sparked talks of expanding gamified scenarios within the Graphic Design curriculum soon.