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Learn Adobe Photoshop CC for Visual Communication: Adobe Certified Associate Exam Preparation, 1st edition

Published by Adobe Press (February 1, 2016) © 2016

  • Rob Schwartz
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This study guide uses text integrated with video to help learners gain real-world skills that will get them started in their career in photography, graphics, or design and lays the foundation for taking the Photoshop ACA exam. A mix of project-based lessons, practical videos, and regular assessments throughout prepares beginning learners for an entry-level position in a competitive job market.

Adobe conducted research to identify the foundational skills students need to effectively communicate using digital media tools. Based on feedback from educators, design professionals, businesses, and educational institutions around the world, the objectives cover entry-level skill expectations for each topic. The ACA exams have proved to be highly successful; Adobe reports that the total number of exams taken worldwide has reached one million since 2008.

Product development was guided by Peachpit’s research in the entry-level creative media market. Interviews with educators from high school through four-year colleges provided valuable data and insight into this realm. The Peachpit team identified essential elements for a product that would teach design students what they need to prepare for the job market and to take the ACA cert exam. Peachpit also was able to identify a stellar team of teachers/trainers who have high rates of success getting students certified: Rob Schwartz and his colleagues at BrainBuffet.com & acatestprep.com.

Leading instructors prepare learners for a career in photography and graphic design and for the Adobe Certified Associate Exam.

  • Covers all of the objectives of the latest Visual Communication Using Adobe Photoshop CC Adobe Certified Associate Exam.
  • Web Edition product uses video instruction with supporting text available in print and digitally.
  • Authors are leading instructors with years of experience preparing students for the ACA.
  1. Meet Photoshop
  2. Fast Photo Fixes
  3. Restoring and Colorizing Damaged Photos
  4. Event Flyer
  5. Myths and Monsters
  6. Digital Decorating
  7. Publishing Awesome
  8. Working with Insiders
  9. Leveling Up with Design
  10. Working with Outsiders
Rob Schwartz is an award winning teacher with over 15 years experience in Technical Education. Rob opened the first Technical High School in the county, McFatter Technical High School, and his teaching is very influenced by that experience. He is a popular speaker at state, local, and national conferences, and often presents for Adobe on Photoshop, Illustrator, and teaching strategies. His focus on Industry Certifications and Problem-Based Learning strategies are the secrets to his success. Rob is also an Adobe Certified Instructor, Adobe Education Leader, and won the prestigious Impact Award from Adobe as well as the #1 Educator World Wide award from Certiport. Find out more about Rob by taking a peek into his online curriculum website at brainbuffet.com. Rob lives and works in South Florida.

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