Standards in this Framework
| Standard | Description |
|---|---|
| 39 | Compare word processing, graphic design, multimedia creation, and web page creation. |
| 40 | Evaluate operating systems and hardware for compatibility with common software applications. |
| 41 | Evaluate software used in graphic design, multimedia creation, and web page creation. |
| 42 | Use technical support to resolve problems encountered during the creation of digital projects. |
| 43 | Apply appropriate method to back up files. |
| 44 | Identify project-management components. |
| 45 | Plan an effective design for a project. |
| 46 | Apply principles of design, layout, and typography appropriate for a project. |
| 47 | Enhance appearance of a project. |
| 48 | Create original content for a digitally designed project. |
| 49 | Demonstrate proofing skills through use of online tools and individual critiquing to check for format, style, correctness, and clarity. |
| 50 | Import text, graphics, tables, and charts for use in a print or graphic design project. |
| 51 | Use time-saving features of print and/or graphic design programs. |
| 52 | Create documents utilizing a variety of layouts including multiple columns, pages, and element positions. |
| 53 | Create a variety of print materials. |
| 54 | Create a document in a format appropriate for electronic distribution. |
| 55 | Convert a print document to digital format through scanning. |
| 56 | Critique a project to determine whether it meets the designated guidelines. |
| 57 | Identify the components of an effective multimedia project. |
| 58 | Create a multimedia project. |
| 59 | Use master slides, templates, and/or themes. |
| 60 | Create an object, using graphic design software. |
| 61 | Incorporate charts, graphs, and/or tables into a multimedia project. |
| 62 | Enhance a multimedia project with advanced features. |
| 63 | Incorporate elements from other sources into a multimedia project. |
| 64 | Edit a multimedia project. |
| 65 | Create handouts and/or other visuals for a multimedia presentation. |
| 66 | Deliver a multimedia presentation. |
| 67 | Critique a multimedia presentation to determine whether it meets the designated guidelines. |
| 68 | Evaluate the methods of creating websites. |
| 69 | Apply structural requirements (information architecture) for development of a website. |
| 70 | Create a website, using design software or a programming language. |
| 71 | Apply website design features. |
| 72 | Create hyperlinks. |
| 73 | Proofread and edit a website. |
| 74 | Test a website. |
| 75 | Explain or demonstrate publishing, updating, and maintaining a website. |
| 76 | Describe methods and tools used in digital marketing. |
| 77 | Compare content management systems commonly used in the business world. |
| 78 | Explore security issues related to computer and Internet technology. |
| 79 | Describe copyright issues and laws related to creating graphic design, multimedia, and website design projects. |
| 80 | Identify situations in which use of elements in projects is legal but may be unethical/inappropriate. |
| 81 | Describe licensing agreements associated with software usage. |
| 82 | Describe the process and requirements for obtaining industry certifications related to the Design, Multimedia, and Web Technologies course. |
| 83 | Identify testing skills/strategies for a certification examination. |
| 84 | Demonstrate ability to successfully complete selected practice examinations (e.g., practice questions similar to those on certification exams). |
| 85 | Successfully complete an industry certification examination representative of skills learned in this course (e.g., MOS, IC3, NOCTI). |
| 86 | Explore careers in the graphic design, multimedia, and website design fields. |
| 87 | Investigate uses of graphic design, multimedia, and web technologies in business and industry. |
| 88 | Investigate new and emerging trends in design, multimedia, and web technologies, including digital technologies. |
| 89 | Create or update a résumé. |
| 90 | Create a professional, electronic portfolio. |
| 91 | Describe basic employment activities. |
| 92 | Identify potential employment barriers for nontraditional groups and ways to overcome the barriers. |
