Getting Started with Adobe Express ASU Faculty and Staff

ASU is proud to be an Adobe Creative Campus, joining a global cohort of schools dedicated to innovative teaching and learning strategies. As part of this initiative, faculty and students have access to Adobe Express, a powerful tool for creating and showcasing creative content.

What is Adobe Express?

Adobe Express is a user-friendly platform for creating graphics, presentations, animations, and web pages. It fosters creativity and communication skills while offering an intuitive platform for digital content creation.

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced creator, Adobe Express provides powerful tools to help you create, edit, and share a wide array of content, including graphics, text effects, videos, websites, and presentations. This platform simplifies the creative process and enhances workflow efficiency, making it ideal for personal projects, educational materials, and professional assignments.

Key Features

• User-Friendly Interface: Intuitive and easy to navigate, making it accessible for all skill levels.
• Image Creation Tools: Generate stunning visuals, whether from scratch or using AI features.
• Video Production: Create, edit, and share engaging videos with ease.
• Web Page Development: Build interactive and informative web pages for course materials and resources.
• Collaboration: Promote teamwork and collaborative projects with shared editing and design tools.
• Versatility: Suitable for a wide range of projects, from educational materials to professional assignments.

The end of this course includes detailed guidance and resources to get you creating with Adobe Express!

Why use Adobe Express?

Adobe Express is packed with tools that make creativity easy and accessible. Here’s how:

• Enhance engagement and interest through visually appealing and dynamic content.
• Facilitate better understanding and retention of complex subjects.
• Equip students with valuable digital skills for their future careers.
• Encourage innovative thinking and creative expression.
• Improve the effectiveness of communication and information dissemination.
• Promote collaboration and teamwork through creative projects.
• Update and revitalize teaching methods to align with current technological advancements and student needs.

To get you started, we've highlighted three primary tools within Adobe Express: image creation, video production, and web page development. Feel free to explore these and other tools available to maximize your creative potential.

Projects Utilizing Adobe Express

This section contains a variety of projects faculty and students can create in Adobe Express. The student project examples include links to teaching resources in Adobe Education Exchange that can be easily incorporated into your curriculum. These resources are designed to enhance creativity, engagement, and collaboration in your classroom. Explore these examples to discover innovative methods for integrating Adobe Express into your teaching and learning activities.

Faculty Project Ideas

Explore these examples to discover innovative methods for integrating Adobe Express into your teaching activities.

Creating Images

Adobe Express allows you to generate stunning visuals using an intuitive drag-and-drop interface. You can create custom graphics, infographics, and posters by combining images, text, and design elements. The platform also includes an AI-powered feature to generate unique images, making it easier to produce custom high-quality visuals.

• Example: Create an image to simplify a complex topic. Images have been proven to clarify concepts and enhance understanding. With Adobe Express, you can create stunning visuals that make your lectures more engaging.

Producing Videos

Adobe Express simplifies video creation with easy-to-use editing tools. You can import clips, add transitions, overlay text, and incorporate background music to create engaging educational videos. This helps in explaining complex concepts and providing visual aids that enhance learning.

• Example: Create short educational videos that students can watch at their own pace, making learning more flexible and interactive.

Developing Web Pages

With Adobe Express, you can build interactive web pages without any coding skills. Use templates to quickly set up pages, then customize them with your content, including text, images, videos, and links. This is perfect for creating course hubs, project showcases, or a collection of student work.

• Example: Create a central hub for your course materials. Adobe Express allows you to create a web page where students can access resources, submit assignments, and stay updated on course progress.

These tools not only make your teaching more effective but also promote creativity and collaboration among students, preparing them for a digitally-driven world.

Student Project Ideas

Explore these examples to discover innovative methods for integrating Adobe Express into your learning activities.

Digital Storytelling

Students can use Adobe Express to create digital stories, combining images, videos, and text to narrate a historical event, explain a scientific concept, or explore a literary theme.

Examples:

• Produce a graphic presenting a socio-political argument
• Present a graphic visualizing a concept in meme format

Infographics

For data-heavy subjects, students can create infographics to visualize data in a more engaging and easily understandable format.

Example:

• Create an infographic to present subject knowledge

Video Presentations

Instead of traditional presentations, students can produce video presentations, adding a creative and modern touch to their projects.

Example:

• Produce an engaging presentation about events from history

Project Websites

Students can build a project website, including text, images, videos, and other digital content, to provide a comprehensive overview of their work.

Examples:

• Create a web page reflecting on your goals and interests
• Create a web page about responses to human rights violations

Collaborative Projects

Using Adobe Express, students can work together on group projects, creating shared videos, web pages, or presentations that integrate the contributions of all team members.

Any of these student projects can be worked on collaboratively in Adobe Express, allowing students to seamlessly combine their ideas and skills to create impactful and innovative work.

Use these ideas to implement creative learning in your course.

How to Use Adobe Express

Let’s get hands-on with Adobe Express. This versatile platform allows you to create a variety of digital content, making it an essential tool for educators and students alike. This section will guide you through resources and projects to help you start utilizing Adobe Express effectively.

Requesting Adobe Express Access

1. Access the Faculty/Staff Provision Adobe Express Account form through ServiceNow.

2. Select Adobe Express.

Scroll to the bottom of the form, open the Request License Type list, and select Adobe Express to update the form.

3. Complete the form.

Ensure the form has pre-populated your information correctly in the Requested For and Email required fields (update if needed).

4. Click Order Now to submit the request.

The approval process is automated and you should receive an email with your Adobe account information shortly.

Student Access

If students need an Adobe Express account, copy and send them this link:

https://new.express.adobe.com/webpage/Yv8bs1cOJHLaN

Sign In to Adobe Express

1. Visit the Adobe Express website.

You'll be automatically redirected to the Adobe Express Sign In page.

2. Complete the Adobe Express Sign In page.

Enter your ASURITE* email address and click Continue.

You'll be redirected to the ASURITE Single Sign-On (SSO) authentication.

* ASU alias email addresses are not recognized by Adobe.

3. Complete the ASURITE Single Sign-On (SSO) authentication process.

Enter your ASURITE User ID and Password. Then click Sign In.

Finalize SSO authentication using one of the following options: Duo Push, Call Me, or Passcode.

4. Start creating!

You are now signed in and can explore all that Adobe Express has to offer.

Adobe Education Exchange

Adobe Education Exchange is an excellent resource for learning how to use Adobe Express and other Adobe software. It provides tutorials, lesson plans, and a community of educators sharing best practices, helping you integrate Adobe Express into your classroom.

Project Examples

In this section, you'll find five simple projects to help you get started with Adobe Express and inspire your own creative endeavors. Each example provides basic instructions to guide you through the process, as well as a link to the user guide and a video. Explore these projects by clicking the + to open each accordion to enhance your skills and discover new ways to incorporate Adobe Express into your teaching and learning activities.

Generate an Image from Text Using Generative AI

Here are the general steps to generate an image from text in Adobe Express:

1. Open Adobe Express: Log in using your credentials.
2. Start a New Project: Click the “+” button to begin a new project.
3. Select “Text to Image”: Choose the option to create an image from text.
4. Enter Your Text: Type the description or keywords for the image you want to generate.
5. Generate Image: Click “Generate” to create your image.
6. Customize: Edit the generated image using Adobe Express tools.

For more detailed guidance, use the following resources:

• Text to Image User Guide
• Ideate and Create Quickly with Generative AI in Adobe Express (YouTube Video)

Animate Text and Photos

Here are the general steps to animate text and photos in Adobe Express:

1. Open Adobe Express: Log in to Adobe Express using your credentials.
2. Create a New Project: Click the “+” button to start a new project.
3. Add Text and Photos: Insert your text and photos using the “Text” and “Photos” options from the sidebar.
4. Select Animation: Select the text or photo you want to animate. Then, click “Animation”.
5. Choose Animation Style: Select from the available animation styles (e.g., Fade, Slide, Grow, etc.).
6. Customize Animation: Adjust the animation settings as needed, such as speed and direction.
7. Preview and Save: Preview your animation to ensure it looks the way you want. Once satisfied, save your project.

For more detailed guidance, use the following resources:

• Animation User Guide
• Pro-Tips: Animation in Adobe Express with Andrew Hochradel (YouTube Video)

Create a Video

Here are the general steps to create a video in Adobe Express:

1. Open Adobe Express: Log in using your credentials.
2. Start a New Project: Click the “+” button and select “Video”.
3. Choose a Template or Start from Scratch: Select a video template or start a new project from scratch.
4. Add Media: Import your video clips, images, and other media.
5. Edit Your Video: Trim clips, add text overlays, transitions, and background music.
6. Customize: Adjust colors, fonts, and styles to match your vision.
7. Preview and Save: Preview your video and save your project.

For more detailed guidance, use the following resources:

• Create Video User Guide
• Create Multimedia and Video Content with Adobe Express (YouTube Video)

Animate a Character from Audio

Here are the general steps to animate a character from audio in Adobe Express:

1. Open Adobe Express: Log in using your credentials.
2. Create a New Project: Click the “+” button to start a new project.
3. Add Character: Insert the character you want to animate.
4. Select Animation: Select the character, then click “Animation”.
5. Choose Animate from Audio: Select the option to animate from audio.
6. Upload Audio: Upload your audio file or record directly.
7. Customize Animation: Adjust settings as needed to sync the animation with the audio.
8. Preview and Save: Preview the animation and save your project when satisfied.

For more detailed guidance, use the following resources:

• Animate From Audio User Guide
• Escape the Ordinary: Animate from Audio with Adobe Express (YouTube Video)

Create a Web Page

Here are the general steps to create a web page in Adobe Express:

1. Open Adobe Express: Log in using your credentials.
2. Start a New Project: Click the “+” button and select “Web page”.
3. Choose a Template: Select a template or start from scratch.
4. Add Content: Insert text, images, videos, and links by clicking the “+” button in the editor.
5. Customize Layout: Adjust the layout, design, and styles to match your needs.

For more detailed guidance, use the following resources:

• Create Web Page User Guide
• How to Build a Professional Webpage in Minutes: Adobe Express Tutorial (YouTube Video)

Review

Let’s recap what we’ve covered:

• What is Adobe Express: Your go-to platform for all things creative. Whether you're a novice or an experienced creator, Adobe Express offers a dynamic suite of applications that empower you to create, edit, and share a wide range of high-quality content. From producing stunning graphics to crafting engaging videos and building compelling presentations, Adobe Express simplifies the creative process and streamlines your workflow, making it an essential tool for both personal and professional projects.
• Why Use Adobe Express: Easily create visually appealing and dynamic content that enhances engagement and interest. Adobe Express helps facilitate better understanding and retention of complex subjects, equips students with valuable digital skills for their future careers, and encourages innovative thinking and creative expression. It improves the effectiveness of communication and information dissemination, promotes collaboration and teamwork through creative projects, and updates teaching methods to align with current technological advancements and student needs.

Key Features

• User-Friendly Interface: Intuitive and easy to navigate, making it accessible for all skill levels.
• Image Creation Tools: Generate stunning visuals, whether from scratch or using AI features.
• Video Production: Create, edit, and share engaging videos with ease.
• Web Page Development: Build interactive and informative web pages for course materials and resources.
• Collaboration: Promote teamwork and collaborative projects with shared editing and design tools.
• Versatility: Suitable for a wide range of projects, from educational materials to professional assignments.

How to Use Adobe Express

• Access the Platform: Sign-in to Adobe Express using your ASURITE credentials.
• Start Creating: Choose from a variety of tools including image, video, and web page editors.
• Customize Your Projects: Utilize AI features, templates, and a vast library of resources to enhance your creations.
• Share and Collaborate: Easily share your projects with students and colleagues, and collaborate in real-time to produce high-quality work.

Conclusion

Adobe Express is an invaluable tool for higher education, offering a dynamic suite of applications that simplify and elevate the creative process. Whether you're crafting images, videos, or web pages, Adobe Express's intuitive interface and powerful features make it accessible for all skill levels.

By integrating this platform into your teaching, you enhance student engagement, facilitate better understanding of complex subjects, foster a more interactive and innovative classroom environment, and equip students with essential digital skills for their future careers.

As you explore and experiment with Adobe Express, you’ll discover new ways to innovate and inspire creativity in your classroom. Embrace this opportunity to make your teaching more interactive and impactful, fostering a collaborative and technologically advanced educational environment.