Adobe Photoshop Elements is a simplified version of Adobe Photoshop, targeted at hobbyists and casual photographers who want to enhance and edit their photos easily. The Classroom in a Book series is known for its practical and hands-on approach to teaching software applications.

covered in "Adobe Photoshop Elements 12 Classroom in a Book" may include:

• Introduction to the Photoshop Elements 12 interface and workspace.
• Importing and organizing photos in the Organizer.
• Basic photo editing techniques, such as cropping, resizing, and retouching.
• Working with layers and blending multiple images.
• Applying filters and effects to enhance photos creatively.
• Creating photo projects, such as photo books and collages.
• Exporting and sharing photos in various formats.

The book typically includes step-by-step instructions, detailed explanations, and practice exercises to help readers master the different tools and features of Adobe Photoshop Elements 12. Additionally, the accompanying project files allow learners to follow along with the exercises and practice the techniques learned in the book.