In this video, you will learn how to direct a learner's attention to more important information using focal points. Learn how to draw attention away from one object using fade formatting while drawing attention to others using size, scale, and borders
- [Narrator] By default, at least in western civilizations,…when we view content such as Elearning,…our eyes train to move from left to right.…And knowing this, you might want to consider…placing your most important pieces of information…near the top left-hand corner…of every slide in your project.…Well, another option is to create…a focal point on your slide to direct…the learner's eye to a specific area,…and there are a number of different ways to do this.…We're going to explore them using our…Layout project we started a couple of movies ago.…You can open up Layout0303 if you're skipping to this movie,…or need to catch up.…
It's only one slide, but already it looks better,…it's more organized, we used proximity,…white space.…Now, when you look at the slide,…what do you see first?…What draws your attention?…It might be the logo up here in the top left corner,…although the image across the bottom really stands out.…It's not the most important piece of…information on this slide, though.…Some of this information's more important.…
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11/15/2016- Understanding visual design principles
- Optimizing readability with typography
- Laying out your designs
- Choosing color
- Using graphics to tell a story
- Adding visual notes
- Avoiding design mistakes
- Embracing good design habits
Skill Level Intermediate
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Introduction
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Welcome1m 11s
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1. Understanding Visual Design Principles
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How color works6m 50s
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Use contrast4m 36s
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The advantages to repetition11m 15s
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2. Typography
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Use standard fonts4m 9s
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Ensure optimal readability8m 13s
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Keep text layout consistent3m 52s
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3. Layout
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Use white space effectively3m 51s
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Create a focal point6m 12s
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4. Color
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Use or create a color scheme5m 42s
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5. Important Visual Tools
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Use graphics to tell a story3m 55s
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Add visual notes for variety6m 48s
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6. Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid
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Keep clutter under control4m 31s
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Don't misuse fonts2m 15s
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Don't neglect unity2m 10s
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7. Top 5 Design Habits to Use
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Choose images wisely3m 18s
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Practice quiet design1m 53s
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Conclusion
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Next steps54s
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