CRAP Design Principles Worksheet

Maissa·

Digital Design

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SubjectDigital Design

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create a WORKSHEET for grade 5 AMERICAN CURRICULUM CALIFORNIA STANDARD FOLLOWING BELOW CONTENT Unit 11: Club Rotation: Digital Art o Understand and apply the principles of design (CRAP) in digital formats. o I can define contrast, repetition, alignment, and proximity. o I can use a digital tool to adjust these elements. o P1: Analyze professional designs (ads, websites) for use of CRAP. o P2: Digital Art Club: Intro to advanced features of design software (layers, filters, alignment tools).

This learning resource focuses on the key principles of digital design, known as the C.R.A.P. principles: Contrast, Repetition, Alignment, and Proximity. The document outlines each principle with clear definitions and real-world examples, helping students grasp how these concepts can enhance design clarity and effectiveness. Through a series of exercises and guided practices, students analyze existing designs, identify applications of C.R.A.P. principles, and apply their understanding to redesign tasks. The content also encourages self-reflection and peer critique, enabling learners to critically evaluate their designs and improve their application of the fundamental principles.