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Utilize Blackboard to complete course tasks and access program information
Assessment Strategies
Journal entries
Discussion Board
Presentation
Criteria
All Blackboard entries meet the outlined objectives and use correct grammar, spelling and punctuation
Access the Survey course Blackboard site and the Program Blackboard site
Review the resources available on Blackboard outlining such topics as required materials and supplies, instructor contact information, calendar, etc.
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Examine design thinking
Assessment Strategies
Sketch Journal
Written Journal
Presentation
Discussion Board
Criteria
Journal entries are about design thinking as a method for developing solutions
Slide or video presentation demonstrates design thinking at work in an environment (retail or public space)
Sketch journal includes two entries about dimensional design (packages, furniture, architecture, etc)
Journal includes examples of good design thinking (graphic, web, video)
Upload visuals to a blog post
Discussion board entries describe the importance of design thinking within the outlined parameters
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Explore design inspiration and design history
Assessment Strategies
Discussion Board
Written Journal
Sketch Journal
Criteria
Journal shows how existing designs impact your aesthetic by providing visual examples of work that inspire you
Identify three contemporary designs that borrow from previous styles and eras
Upload visuals to a blog post
Discussion entries describe the importance of good writing in design within the outlined parameters
Sketch journal includes three entries exploring character design
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Explore career paths in design communication
Assessment Strategies
Design Brief
Discussion Board
Written journal
Sketch journal
Criteria
Design brief targets a fictional business and clearly states the problem and articulates a solution
Provide feedback and critique existing design work provided by the instructor
Critique follows guidelines specified by the instructor
Discussion entries describe the merits of good feedback within the outlined parameters
Sketch journal includes four entries exploring logo design
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Employ strategies for personal success in the program and career
Assessment Strategies
Report
Discussion Board
Written Journal
Sketch Journal
Criteria
Report includes the unique characteristics of a design business/agency you would like to work for
Discussion entries describe good work habits within the outlined parameters
Sketch journal includes five entries exploring typeface design