Introduction
Comprehensive 3-day training plan designed to empower educators with the latest
Canva features, including the Visual Suite, Canva AI, Canva Code, and Canva
Sheets.
This training is hosted by Skolar Sdn Bhd in collaboration with the Ministry of
Education and the Ministry of Higher Education. The target audience is all educators
across various levels, from primary to tertiary education.
The program aims to equip educators with the skills and knowledge to leverage
Canva's advanced capabilities to enhance their teaching methodologies, create
engaging learning materials, and foster a more interactive classroom environment.
Day 1: Canva Visual Suite Fundamentals
Objective: To provide a foundational understanding of Canva's Visual Suite and its
core functionalities.
Schedule:
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM: Registration and Welcome Address by Skolar Sdn Bhd,
Ministry of Education, and Ministry of Higher Education representatives.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM: Introduction to Canva's Visual Suite: Overview of features
and interface navigation.
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM: Coffee Break.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM: Hands-on Session: Creating basic designs – posters,
presentations, and social media graphics. Best practices for visual
communication.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM: Lunch Break.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM: Advanced Design Techniques: Working with templates, color
palettes, and typography. Branding basics.
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM: Collaboration Tools: Sharing designs, team collaboration,
and feedback integration.
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM: Q&A and Wrap-up: Addressing common challenges and
clarifying doubts.
Expected Outcomes:
Participants will be able to navigate the Canva interface effectively.
Participants will be able to create basic visual designs for various educational
purposes.
Participants will understand and apply fundamental design principles.
Participants will be able to collaborate on design projects using Canva's
collaboration tools.
Day 2: Unleashing the Power of Canva AI
Objective: To explore and utilize Canva AI features to automate and enhance design
processes.
Schedule:
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM: Recap of Day 1 and Introduction to Canva AI.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM: Text-to-Image Generation: Using Canva AI to create
images from text prompts. Practical applications in education.
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM: Coffee Break.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM: AI-Powered Design Assistance: Magic Design, Magic
Write, and other AI tools for improving design efficiency and creativity.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM: Lunch Break.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM: Hands-on Session: Creating lesson plans, infographics, and
presentations using Canva AI.
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM: AI for Accessibility: Ensuring designs are accessible to all
students with Canva's accessibility features.
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM: Q&A and Wrap-up: Best practices and troubleshooting
Canva AI tools.
Expected Outcomes:
Participants will be able to use Canva AI to generate images and enhance design
workflows.
Participants will be proficient in using Magic Design and other AI-powered design
assistance tools.
Participants will be able to create accessible designs for students with diverse
learning needs.
Participants will be able to integrate Canva AI into their teaching practices.
Day 3: Canva Code and Canva Sheets for
Educators
Objective: To introduce Canva Code and Canva Sheets and demonstrate their
potential for creating interactive and data-driven educational content.
Schedule:
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM: Recap of Day 2 and Introduction to Canva Code and Canva
Sheets.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM: Canva Code Basics: Understanding the interface and
creating simple interactive elements. Use cases for coding in education.
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM: Coffee Break.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM: Canva Sheets: Data visualization and creating dynamic
charts and graphs. Importing and managing data within Canva.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM: Lunch Break.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM: Hands-on Session: Building interactive quizzes, data
dashboards, and student progress trackers using Canva Code and Canva
Sheets.
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM: Integrating Canva Code and Canva Sheets into Curriculum:
Developing engaging and data-driven lesson plans.
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM: Q&A, Final Project Showcase, and Closing Remarks.
Expected Outcomes:
Participants will gain a basic understanding of Canva Code and its applications in
education.
Participants will be able to create data visualizations using Canva Sheets.
Participants will be able to integrate Canva Code and Canva Sheets into their
curriculum.
Participants will be able to design interactive and data-driven educational
content.
Tips for Trainers
Hands-on Activities: Incorporate plenty of hands-on activities to reinforce
learning.
Real-World Examples: Use real-world examples relevant to educators to
illustrate concepts.
Interactive Sessions: Encourage interaction through Q&A sessions, group
discussions, and collaborative projects.
Personalized Support: Offer personalized support to participants based on their
skill level and needs.
Clear Instructions: Provide clear and concise instructions for all activities.
Positive Feedback: Give positive feedback to encourage participation and build
confidence.
Time Management: Stick to the schedule and manage time effectively.
Tips for Participants
Active Participation: Actively participate in all sessions and activities.
Ask Questions: Don't hesitate to ask questions if you're unsure about anything.
Take Notes: Take detailed notes to refer back to later.
Practice Regularly: Practice using Canva regularly to reinforce your learning.
Collaborate with Peers: Collaborate with your peers to share ideas and learn
from each other.
Explore Resources: Explore the additional resources provided to deepen your
understanding.
Apply Learning: Apply what you've learned to your own teaching practices.
Conclusion
This 3-day Canva Empowerment Training program is designed to provide educators
with the skills and knowledge they need to transform their teaching methodologies
and create engaging learning experiences. By leveraging the Visual Suite, Canva AI,
Canva Code, and Canva Sheets, educators can unlock new possibilities for
creativity, collaboration, and student success. We encourage all participants to
actively engage in the training and apply their learning to create a more dynamic and
effective learning environment.
