also known as bitmap, raster graphics are composed of pixels containing colour information

a method where data is permanently lost during the compression process and must be approximated when the file is decompressed

a method of compression where no data is permanently lost during the process

Creating digital graphics

Computing

Digital artefact types and uses

Project lifecycle

Initiation and planning digital artefacts

Legal and ethical considerations in creating digital artefacts

Creating digital video

Creating a multi-page website

Plan and create a digital artefact from a given brief

In this unit pupils will develop pre-production skills used in digital media. They will learn the importance of understanding client requirements, planning, developing timeframes and the steps involved in these processes. They will be exposed to a variety of software tools and learn how to use them.

Digital media

Which type of graphic is made up of pixels?

What happens to a raster image when you enlarge it?

Which type of image is made using mathematical paths?

Which file type is an example of lossless compression?

Which file format is an example of lossy compression?

Put these steps in order for creating a digital graphic using Canva.

You could be fined for using it without permission.

Why is it important to check whether you have permission before using someone else’s photograph in your project?

What does "copyright" allow the owner of a work to do?

the legal right to control use of a creative work

licences allowing free distribution of work

What must you obtain before collecting someone’s personal data?

Why should you check the source of information before sharing it?

Arrange these steps for sharing information responsibly online.

Creating digital graphics

Lesson outcome