Introduction To Desktop Publishing With Digital Graphics Student Edition

Written specifically for secondary students!

An introduction to the fundamentals of digital graphic design and desktop publishing.

The complete and user-friendly introduction to graphic design--in a new edition Now with information on Web site design, plus examples, exercises, and more! Today, anyone with a good basic computer setup can produce a newsletter or a Web page--but to create effective, professional-quality pieces that stand out from the competition, you need more than a hard drive and some decent software. You need an understanding of how visual communication works and a solid grasp of the principles of design, composition, and typography. You need Graphic Design on the Desktop. Written specifically for those who have little or no design background or experience, this accessible guide teaches you the fundamentals of sound graphic design and gives you the practical know-how to put them to work on your own projects, from initial concept through final production. This new edition covers every key element of the design process, including format, layout and page design, typesetting, color, and illustrations--and offers clear explanations of type terminology, printing terms, and more. It guides you step-by-step through the design and production of ads, posters, brochures, and other promotional materials, as well as newsletters and magazines. A separate chapter on designing for the Web helps you make the most of home page and Web site designs. Complete with helpful examples, exercises, hints, and checklists, plus tips on common pitfalls and how to avoid them, Graphic Design on the Desktop is the ideal design partner for projects that get attention and get results.

"A …For Dummies book from the foremost authority on desktop publishing and design is a dream come true." — Dan Gookin, Bestselling Author of DOS For Dummies® "Desktop Publishing & Design For Dummies provides the reader with all the basics for successful design in a simple, step-by-step manner." — Jill Robbins Israel, Editor-in-Chief, Technique Magazine Includes Newsletter "How-To" Insert! With all the desktop publishing software and books around, it seems like anyone can be a designer these days. But it's not so easy to whip up a well-designed brochure or newsletter without some guidance. Design guru Roger C. Parker reveals simple yet innovative techniques so you can create persuasive presentations, snazzy brochures, and informative newsletters — all without using an expensive design firm. Ask for IDG Books' …For Dummies® Books, the Fun and Easy Way to Find Out about Computers. Also look for IDG Books' PCs For Dummies®, 4th Edition, the fun and easy way to get started on your PC right away, and PageMaker® 6.5 For Dummies®, Internet Edition, the fast and friendly way to publish documents on the Web! Inside, find helpful advice on how to: Apply basic design building blocks to any of the popular desktop publishing and page layout programs Choose the right computer hardware and software Scan photographs and place them on your page Take the mystery out of choosing the right typeface and type size for headlines, sub-heads, body copy, and captions Effectively use color in your publications — and know what to avoid Set up your files correctly to avoid service bureau hassles Speak the language with a glossary of over 200 important design terms Save time and money with numerous efficiency tips Plus, a special insert that provides a step-by-step introduction to the process of creating a newsletter

THE BUSINESS OF TECHNOLOGY: DIGITAL DESKTOP PUBLISHING is a concept-based, activity-driven textbook that includes the business aspects of desktop publishing. The text uses generic instructions for its numerous activities with downloadable software-specific instructions for the activities available on the product Web site. End-of-Unit projects reinforce skills learned, apply decision making, and allow students to pull together a portfolio of their work. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.

COMPUTER EDUCATION FOR TEACHERS In today’s world, technology is changing quickly—and so are the ways teachers use that technology. From serving as a library resource to helping students with special needs, computer technology continues to be one of the most powerful tools in a teacher’s arsenal. In this new edition of Computer Education for Teachers, Vicki Sharp introduces teachers to computter technology in a meaningful, practical way. She helps readers gain the knowledge and skills necessary to integrate computers into the classroom in ways that will best serve both the teacher and the student. In this Sixth Edition you will find: Online tutorials demonstrating projects such as creating a newsletter and producing a podcast A new Digital Photography chapter and an expanded section on using a video camera Coverage of the latest innovations, including podcasts, social networking sites, blogs, wikis, open journaling, course management systems, virtual reality communities, personal response systems and more Online project templates and examples Numerous evaluations and checklists in PDF format for easy downloading, interactive self-study tests, and PowerPoint™ presentations Software reviews, an online hardware reference guide, and practical classroom activities

Learn to design newsletters, catalogs, business cards, and more. Many step-by-step illustrated design recipes. Tips on working with illustrations, printers, and art sources.