Online Class: Photoshop Elements Version 8.0 and 9.0

In this Photoshop Elements course, you'll learn to upload your photos into Elements, organize your photos in albums and catalogs, adjust the colors in your photos to make them crisp and clear, change the mood of your photos, crop and resize photos and images, add layers, print images, create albums, calendars, and other projects, save your projects, share your photo projects with others using online albums, slideshows, photo emails, and more!
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  • 13
    Lessons
  • 14
    Exams &
    Assignments
  • 393
    Students
    have taken this course
  • 5
    Hours
    average time
  • 0.5
    CEUs
 
 
 

Course Description

The Photoshop Elements software package is a condensed version of the popular Adobe Photoshop. As the lesser priced version of Adobe's Photoshop, Elements offers all the same features, but just with less options. However, don't let that scare you away from the software!   Elements offers every single option a hobbyist or photo enthusiast might need -- and probably a few extra to spare.

Completing tasks with Elements is very simple. For the user that has tried Photoshop and gotten lost in the process of trying to figure it out, or is new to photo editing and wants something simple to understand yet effective, Elements is the answer. It's amazing what Elements lets you do with just a click of a button and, with the help of this course, it won't take you any time at all before you're using the program like an expert.

You'll learn how to:

Ø Upload your photos into Elements.

Ø Organize your photos in albums and catalogs.

Ø Adjust the colors in your photos to make them crisp and clear.

Ø Change the mood of your photos.

Ø Crop and resize photos and images.

Ø Add layers.

Ø Print images.

Ø Create albums, calendars, and other projects.

Ø Save your projects.

Ø Share your photo projects with others. This includes online albums, slideshows, photo emails, and more!


Whether or not you've used Elements before doesn't matter when you take this course. We start out with the very basics of the program and teach you what you need to know.   As the course progresses, we'll move into advanced topics, but by then you'll be more than ready to learn them -- and surprised at how easy and fun that using this popular software program can be. By the end of this course, you'll know everything about Elements that you need to know to easily organize, edit, print, and share your photos and images (and everything in between). 

* This course will use the interface of Photoshop Elements to teach you how to use this image editing program. This version is not required to complete this training.

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Course Lessons

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Lesson 1: Get to Know Photoshop Elements

10 Points
Designed with consumers in mind, Photoshop Elements 8 simplifies photo editing with essential tools and a welcoming interface. This course provides step-by-step instructions, ensuring you become proficient in navigating and utilizing these features effectively.
  • Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
  • Complete Assignment: Motives for Taking this Course
  • Assessment: Lesson 1: Introduction to Photoshop Elements

Lesson 2: Navigating the Organizer

11 Points
Uncover the features of the Organizer environment by navigating its interface, importing media, and crafting albums or collections for streamlined media handling. Engage in comprehensive cataloging techniques to improve your digital workspace.
  • Assessment: Lesson 2: The Organizer Environment

Lesson 3: Edit Environment: A Deep Dive into Elements Interfaces

9 Points
Elements' Edit mode offers tools for comprehensive image alterations, guiding users in choosing between basic Quick Fixes or advanced Photoshop-like options via Full Edit. Additionally, the Guided Edit feature simplifies the process by walking users through specific edits using an intuitive interface.
  • Assessment: Lesson 3: Edit Modes

Lesson 4: Understanding Image Color Basics

10 Points
Lesson 4 introduces the concepts of color adjustment through HSB and RGB models while explaining image modes that dictate color use. It delves into color management for device consistency and describes tools like the Eyedropper and Color Swatches Palette for efficient color selection and customization.
  • Assessment: Lesson 4: The Basics of Color

Lesson 5: Quick Guide to Painting with Adobe Tools

10 Points
Lesson Summary 5: The paint tools in Adobe Elements, including the Brush, Pencil, and Eraser, offer detailed control over image editing with options for size, blend modes, and erasure techniques. Users learn to utilize these features for color application, pixel modification, and creative effect creation, enhancing their digital artistry.
  • Assessment: Lesson 5: Painting Tools

Lesson 6: Understanding and Mastering Selection Tools: A Comprehensive Guide

9 Points
Harness the power of selection tools to elevate your image editing capabilities, from simple shapes to complex freeform designs. The lesson covers tool options and techniques for creating smooth, accurate selections across various image types.
  • Assessment: Lesson 6: Making Selections

Lesson 7: Fill and Stroke Techniques

8 Points
Lesson Summary 1: Filling and stroking techniques can greatly enhance an image by applying solid colors, patterns, or gradients. The lesson covers using the Paint Bucket tool for large areas and the Gradient tool for creative color transitions.
  • Assessment: Lesson 7: Filling and Stroking

Lesson 8: Intro to Layers

9 Points
Layers in photo editing simplify image manipulation by allowing transparent edits that can easily be adjusted, stacked, and combined like sheets of glass. The Layer Palette and various types of layers, such as Fill and Adjustment Layers, offer diverse creative opportunities for combining and refining images effortlessly.
  • Review Practice Worksheet: 7550422aa48855zz.png
  • Assessment: Lesson 8: Layers

Lesson 9: Creative Image Texting: Exploring the Artistic Side of Adding Words to Pictures

9 Points
Learn to enhance images creatively by adding horizontal or vertical text using the Text tool in Elements, allowing for customization of font, color, and effects. Organize and manipulate your text through layers for seamless integration and editing within the image.
  • Assessment: Lesson 9: Text

Lesson 10: Exploring Vector Graphics: Crafting Shapes with Elements

7 Points
Tools in Elements like the Blur, Smudge, and Sharpen allow for creative editing by altering the focus and detail of images. The Dodge and Burn tools enhance image tonality by lightening or darkening specific areas, providing fine control over image highlights and shadows.
  • Assessment: Lesson 10: Create Shapes

Lesson 11: Image Mastery: Enhance, Adjust, and Perfect

10 Points
Discover the art of saturation and desaturation with the Sponge tool, and transform image moods using diverse filters from the Filter Gallery. Master image refinement by employing the Clone Stamp, Pattern Stamp, Healing Brush, Spot Healing Brush, and Straighten tools.
  • Assessment: Lesson 11: More Tools

Lesson 12: Fine-Tuning Your Images

10 Points
Discover powerful techniques for improving your photos' lighting, color, and contrast, whether you're fixing a dark image or removing unwanted red tint. Utilize features such as the Red Eye Removal tool and Color Curves to transform any photo into a masterpiece.
  • Assessment: Lesson 12: Lighting, Color, Contrast and Clarity

Lesson 13: Image Output Mastery

10 Points
Dive into the world of Creation Wizards where crafting photo calendars, collages, and slideshows is a breeze, empowering you to bring your digital memories to life with ease and creativity. With options like Shutterfly and customizable features, the platform walks you through making personalized projects seamlessly.
  • Lesson discussions: End of Course Poll; Reasons for Taking this Course; Course Comments
  • Assessment: Lesson 13: Printing, Sharing, and Creating
122
Total Course Points
 

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Describe what is photoshop elements.
  • Demonstrate the organizer environment.
  • Demonstrate edit modes.
  • Summarize the basics of color.
  • Identify painting tools.
  • Demonstrate making selections.
  • Demonstrate filling and stroking.
  • Identify layers.
  • Demonstrate inputting and manipulating text.
  • Demonstrate creating shapes.
  • Identify more tools.
  • Summarize lighting, color, contrast and clarity.
  • Demonstrate printing, sharing, and creating.
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
 

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Course Title: Photoshop Elements Version 8.0 and 9.0
Course Number: 7550422
Lessons Rating: 4.41 / 5 Stars (438 votes)
Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries
Availability: This course is accessible online throughout all states, including California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, and Georgia. It's also available in top English-speaking countries like the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
Last Updated: June 2024
Course Type: Self-Paced, Online Class
CEU Value: 0.5 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)
CE Accreditation: Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).
Grading Policy: Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive an online/downloadable CEU Certification documenting CEUs earned.
Assessment Method: Lesson assignments and review exams
Syllabus: View Syllabus
Course Fee: $120.00 U.S. dollars

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Student Testimonials

  • "The entire course taught me everything I needed to learn about and more." -- Naomi B.
  • "I learned so much more about Photoshop Elements in this class. The additional information was all good. The assignments emphasized the principles of the class." -- Bethia O.
  • "The lessons themselves were greatly illustrated. Your concepts were great. Keep up the good work. Bea" -- BEATRICE H.
  • "What was most helpful was learning how to use the different tools available in elements and especially helpful in understanding layering and lighting better." -- Robyn W.
  • "This course realy helped me in learning how to navigate through a lot of the hidden elements in Photoshop. The videos at the end of each lesson because it helps me to learn more when hearing something than reading." -- Amy P.
  • "Great instructor, terrific course again, thanks." -- Deborah R.
  • "Thank You for the instructions." -- A. Jerome B.
  • "What was most helpful was the organized structure of the lessons." -- Judah B.

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