Professional Skills: Digital Creativity

Overview

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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.

Syllabus

Seeking out information

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.

Creating with digital tools

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.

Selecting an inclusive medium

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.

Protecting your digital creations

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.

Course conclusion

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.