Ivanooo

Certification

CalArts

Durartion of the Course

2 months

Course Fee

$49/month

Mode of Learning

Self-Paced with Assessments

What is The Course All About?

Pros:

  • Affordable: Offers a flexible pricing model with a free audit option.
  • Beginner-Friendly: Suitable for individuals with no prior experience in graphic design.
  • Comprehensive Overview: Provides a broad introduction to the fundamentals of graphic design.
  • Real-World Project: Includes a capstone project to apply skills in a practical setting.

Cons:

  • Lacks Depth: Some topics could be explored in more detail for advanced learners.
  • No Live Interaction: Lacks real-time interaction with instructors or peers.
  • Limited Tool Instruction: Does not provide extensive training on specific graphic design software.

Primary Focus: Skill Acquisition

Who is the Course Meant For?

  • Complete beginners interested in exploring the fundamentals of graphic design.
  • Individuals seeking to build a foundation in image-making, typography, and communication design.
  • Creative professionals who want to expand their skill set and add graphic design to their repertoire.

Accreditations and Rankings

CalArts
Foundational (for beginners)

Skills: What does this program cover?

Depth and Breadth of Topics

  • Range of topics covered. - Number of topics, comprehensiveness (introductory to advanced)
  • Theoretical vs. practical balance
  • Alignment with industry standards and current trends
Grade
60%Moderate

No specific reasons provided.

Case Studies/Real World Events

  • Number and variety of case studies
  • Relevance of case studies to the course topic and target audience
Grade
67%Moderate

No specific reasons provided.

Tools

  • Use of industrystandard tools and technologies
  • Handson experience with tools
Grade
25%Limited

No specific reasons provided.

Hands-on Projects and Applications

  • Presence of a project or practical application
  • Complexity and scope of the project
Grade
120%Strong

No specific reasons provided.

Faculties: Who are the experts behind the course?

Academic/Industry Exp.

  • Educational background
  • Work experience in relevant industries
Grade
100%Strong

No specific reasons provided.

Faculty Involvement

  • Evaluates the active role and contribution of all individuals—faculty, teaching assistants, mentors, and support staff—who directly support, guide, or enhance the learning experience throughout the course.
Grade
83%Strong

No specific reasons provided.

Industry Recognition

  • Awards and recognition in the field
  • Contributions to opensource projects, communities, or publications
Grade
86%Strong

No specific reasons provided.

Delivery Methods: How Is the program delivered?

Active Interaction

  • Availability of live lectures, Q&A sessions, or webinars
  • Provide direct interaction and realtime clarification of concepts
  • Quality and effectiveness of live interactions
Grade
17%Very Limited

No specific reasons provided.

Self-paced/Flexible Resources

  • Flexibility in scheduling and pacing
  • Prerecorded videos covering lectures, tutorials, demonstrations, and supplemental content, allowing students to engage with course material flexibly.
  • Quality and availability of selfpaced materials (videos, readings, exercises)
Grade
100%Strong

No specific reasons provided.

Assessment

  • Variety of assessment types (quizzes, assignments, projects)
  • Alignment of assessments with learning objectives
  • Quality and timeliness of feedback on assessments
Grade
67%Moderate

No specific reasons provided.

Community

  • Presence and activity of online forums, discussion boards, or other community spaces
  • Level of engagement and support from instructors and moderators
Grade
67%Moderate

No specific reasons provided.

Collaborative

  • Opportunities for group projects, peer review, or other collaborative activities
Grade
33%Limited

No specific reasons provided.

Career Assistance: How does the program support career growth?

Mentoring

  • Availability of personalized guidance and support from mentors or career coaches
Grade
20%Very Limited

No specific reasons provided.

Personalized Assistance

  • Availability of career Assessments (personality, skills, interests) to help learners understand their strengths and potential career paths
Grade
20%Very Limited

No specific reasons provided.

Alumni Network

  • Active alumni network for networking
Grade
67%Moderate

No specific reasons provided.

Industry Partnerships

  • Partnerships with companies
Grade
50%Moderate

No specific reasons provided.

Deep-Dive/Skin in the Game

Feedback & Improvement

  • Aligns with how humans build skills—through real-world action, not passive theory
  • Encourages simultaneous learning and doing, with no delay between concept and practice
  • Prioritizes real-time feedback in immersive, high-engagement settings.
  • Measures how much learners are made to commit, apply, and perform—putting real skin in the game.
Grade
40%Limited

No specific reasons provided.

Benchmark Labels:

Strong (75-100%): This indicates the course demonstrates exceptional strengths in this area, exceeding expectations.
Moderate (50-74%): This signifies the course performs adequately in this area, covering essential aspects.
Limited (25-49%): This highlights areas where the course could significantly improve to provide a more comprehensive learning experience.
Very Limited (0-24%): This indicates that coverage in this area may be minimal, or even non-existent.

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