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Professional Skills: Digital Creativity

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Professional Skills: Digital Creativity

This course is part of Professional Skills: Digital Fluency Specialization

Instructor: Tyler Galarneau

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5 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

4 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

5 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

4 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Effectively seek out and gather information for creative projects.
Utilize digital tools to achieve creative goals and tell compelling stories.
Select inclusive mediums and prioritize accessibility for digital content.
Understand and apply methods for protecting your digital creations.

Skills you'll gain

Tools you'll learn

Graphical Tools

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This course is part of the Professional Skills: Digital Fluency Specialization

When you enroll in this course, you'll also be enrolled in this Specialization.

Learn new concepts from industry experts
Gain a foundational understanding of a subject or tool
Develop job-relevant skills with hands-on projects
Earn a shareable career certificate

There are 5 modules in this course

Unlock your creative potential using digital tools and platforms. This course empowers professionals to create, share, and protect digital content with confidence and clarity.

Digital tools have transformed the creative process — from ideation and storytelling to production and protection. Led by Dr. Nicholas Proferes of ASU’s School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, this self-paced course explores how technology supports innovation and expression across digital mediums. You'll learn how to leverage mind-mapping tools, storytelling techniques, media selection strategies, and intellectual property protections to amplify your creativity and reach.

Module details

This module will guide you through the fundamental process of effectively seeking out and gathering information for your creative projects. You will learn various strategies and resources to conduct thorough research, ensuring you have a solid foundation for your digital creations. By the end of this module, you will be equipped to identify reliable sources and organize your findings efficiently.

What's included

1 assignment8 plugins

1 assignmentTotal 10 minutes

Quiz: Seeking out information10 minutes

8 pluginsTotal 58 minutes

Seeking out information: Causes and resources7 minutes
Seeking out information: Starting your own research12 minutes
Practice the solution: Seeking out information10 minutes
Job aid: Steps for information gathering3 minutes
Job aid: Information-gathering tools and resources3 minutes
Reflect on the solution: Seeking out information10 minutes
Digital creativity begins with gathering information: Key takeaways3 minutes
Apply the solution: Make a mind map10 minutes

In this module, you will explore how to leverage a variety of digital tools to achieve your creative goals. From understanding the causes and resources available to mastering techniques for digital storytelling, this module will empower you to bring your ideas to life. You will gain practical experience in using these tools to create engaging and impactful digital content.

What's included

1 assignment7 plugins

1 assignmentTotal 10 minutes

Quiz: Creating with digital tools10 minutes

7 pluginsTotal 54 minutes

Creating with digital tools: Causes and resources9 minutes
Creating with digital tools: Achieving creative goals9 minutes
Practice the solution: Using digital tools to achieve creative goals10 minutes
Job aid: The creative process - Digital storytelling3 minutes
Reflect on the solution: Creating with digital tools10 minutes
Leverage digital tools to drive deep engagement: Key takeaways3 minutes
Apply the solution: Share your story10 minutes

This module focuses on the critical aspect of selecting inclusive mediums for your digital creations. You will learn how to balance creativity with accessibility, ensuring your content reaches and resonates with a diverse audience. Understanding the principles of inclusivity will enable you to make thoughtful choices about platforms and formats, making your work accessible to everyone.

What's included

1 assignment7 plugins

1 assignmentTotal 10 minutes

Quiz: Selecting an inclusive medium10 minutes

7 pluginsTotal 52 minutes

Selecting an inclusive medium: Causes and resources7 minutes
Selecting an inclusive medium: Balancing a creation for inclusivity9 minutes
Practice the solution: Selecting a suitable and inclusive medium10 minutes
Job aid: Selecting media and platforms3 minutes
Reflect on the solution: Selecting an inclusive medium10 minutes
Prioritize accessibility of digital content: Key takeaways3 minutes
Apply the solution: Share the story10 minutes

In this module, you will delve into the essential methods for protecting your digital creations. You will learn about various intellectual property rights, including copyright and Creative Commons licenses, and how to apply them to safeguard your work. This module will equip you with the knowledge to make informed decisions about protecting your creative output in the digital landscape.

What's included

1 assignment7 plugins

1 assignmentTotal 10 minutes

Quiz: Protecting your digital creations10 minutes

7 pluginsTotal 56 minutes

Protecting your digital creations: Causes and resources6 minutes
Protecting your digital creations: Selecting suitable protections14 minutes
Practice the solution: Protecting your digital creations10 minutes
Job aid: Creative commons licenses3 minutes
Reflect on the solution: Protecting your digital creations10 minutes
Consider alternative options to protect your creations: Key takeaways3 minutes
Apply the solution: Protecting content10 minutes

This concluding module includes a course survey to gather your valuable feedback and marks the completion of the course, acknowledging your dedication and progress in enhancing your digital creative skills.