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About the Course

In this course, critique is defined as a detailed, objective analysis of a work of graphic design and its effectiveness. Critique is an integral part of the making process for designers: it’s not just how we determine if a work of design is or is not successful, it’s how we move our work forward. Critique is also where other voices and opinions can be brought into the design process. This course will introduce a lexicon (or vocabulary) in order for you to demonstrate clearer and more considered ways of talking about graphic design in the context of critique. Through this lexicon and a provided Critique Framework, we will model and then practice objectively describing how well a work of design functions based on specific, clearly articulated criteria. By refining this skill, you will enhance your ability to communicate about design with peers, colleagues, and clients. This course is essential to anyone looking to develop and refine a critical vocabulary around talking about art and design, such as: - practicing graphic designers at all levels - future and current students of art or design programs - teachers teaching visual art, design, or related subjects - any stakeholder in a design project that needs to communicate effectively with designers on their team. This course is recommended to learners enrolled in either the Graphic Design Specialization or UI/UX Design Specialization on Coursera to further develop their skills in graphic design. You may take this course before, during, or after completing either Specialization. Note this is not an art appreciation course for a general audience. While no prior experience is required to begin, the knowledge and skills taught in this course is useful only if you have some relationship to design in a professional context, i.e., practicing, studying, or teaching design, or working directly with designers. No specific software or tools are required to complete this course....

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DO

May 19, 2022

It was well structured and every video, quiz and peer review helped the concepts and teachings really sink in. With that being said, I'm definitely going to take the course again and again and again

JB

May 6, 2020

A very thorough journey toward the very core of visual communication. It gives you the vocabulary and criteria to embark on an effective and objective design critique.

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By Kyla N V

May 28, 2020

The course is a great refresher for designers. While it cannot be considered for beginners, there can still be new insights that can be learned from this course. Truly helpful in giving meaningful critique.

By Abegail B

Jul 10, 2020

This was somewhat a difficult course, but it is also very fulfilling to finish this and glean much information that would enhance my design theory instead of relying on gut feelings. Thank you so much.

By Donald O

May 20, 2022

It was well structured and every video, quiz and peer review helped the concepts and teachings really sink in. With that being said, I'm definitely going to take the course again and again and again

By Valeria M

Apr 10, 2023

Es una de los mejores cursos que he hecho, es interactivo, en realidad aprendes algo nuevo e integral que te va a servir no solo para criticar diseños de mejor manera sino para muchas otras cosas

By Doga T

Jul 11, 2020

With this course, I've learned to critique 'design work' in a meaningful framework. The course was informative and clear. The examples and explanations are helpful. Thank you for this course.

By Fernanda F

Aug 30, 2023

This is a great course to gain knowledge and vocabulary on the concepts of design, You get to practice the skills learned through the videos, resources and the assignments.

By Juan R B

May 6, 2020

A very thorough journey toward the very core of visual communication. It gives you the vocabulary and criteria to embark on an effective and objective design critique.

By Betül Ş

Dec 26, 2023

I learned a lot about design criticism, hierarchy, contrast, the function and form of design, etc. I t was a great course for learning the language of design.

By Felipe C d S

Dec 4, 2022

Excepcional a proposta do curso, e o material, tanto no que diz respeito ao material de aprendizado, quanto no tocante às propostas de exercício!

By Joanna S

Apr 5, 2022

I am very glad that I could participate in the course. Thank you for the enormous amount of information and motivation for further development.

By Rishika D

Aug 12, 2020

It was an informative course. I totally recommend it to fellow designing students. its important to earn about lexicons and positive criticism.

By Taimar M

Jul 29, 2023

What a great level! that of the content, the teachers. I highly recommend it to the community, thanks to this course I deepened my experience

By Piotr K

Feb 9, 2021

The course is great to refresh the knowledge about the meaning of graphic design and how to article your work in a more professional manner.

By Zonia Z

Feb 8, 2022

This course has helped me refreshed concepts of design as well as learning ways to see and speak about a design. I highly recommend it .

By Andrea C R

Jun 16, 2020

Loved this course. It has helped me so much in communicating my concerns on design. Definitely a must for people in design and publicity.

By Ricardo A S

Aug 11, 2022

Um curso muito bom, bastante completo e interativo. É possível aprender ao mesmo tempo que testamos os nossos conhecimentos! Recomendo.

By trung n

Oct 2, 2021

This course has given me a lot of knowledge as well as the basis to be able to evaluate the design works accurately and with a basis.

By Sehresh M

Jun 25, 2020

I learnt a lot about form in design and the terminology about visual hierarchy, shape and contrast etc. The course was very helpful.

By Irem

Apr 27, 2020

I learnt a lot about form in design and the terminology about visual hierarchy, shape and contrast etc. The course was very helpful.

By Chatanrin P

Sep 25, 2021

It's very helpful for practical application. I think for those who don't have much time. This course will answer your questions.

By XIANGYU S

Sep 16, 2020

Very good Course! I like all the design in this course so much! Thanks for providing such great lesson for us~! I learnt a lot~!

By Itza A U C

Jul 27, 2020

Excellent course, I learned a lot. Is really cool to learn in detail about a design concept, and how to interpret the meaning.

By Idaura L D

May 18, 2020

O curso é muito bom e aborda os principais aspectos da linguagem para os que estão interessados em começar a conhecer ot ema.

By Shaun V

May 1, 2020

Well presented and structured. The lectures were well put together and flowed well into each other. The lecturers were great.

By Marta K

Sep 3, 2023

Very good course! I started it wanting to get to know this art school and I was not disappointed - I like it very much! :-)