View Seminar: Creator Workshop: Canva, Book Creator, and more!

Seminar NameCreator Workshop: Canva, Book Creator, and more!
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Seminar Short DescIn this workshop, participants will learn how to create engaging teaching materials using Canva, Book Creator, and other similar resources. Participants will learn best practices for design and hands-on experience creating posters, presentations, videos and infographics. The workshop covers student use and, by the end, participants will be equipped to create effective visual materials that enhance their teaching.
Seminar Full DescThis professional development workshop is designed for educators who want to enhance their teaching materials with visually appealing graphics and designs using various "creative" resources like Canva and Book Creator. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of how to effectively use these resources to create engaging and visually appealing teaching materials, as well as how to incorporate them into their students' learning experiences.

Throughout the workshop, participants will learn the basics of Canva and Book Creator, including how to navigate the platform, how to choose the appropriate templates, and how to use the various design tools to create engaging visuals. They will also learn about best practices for using visuals in teaching, such as how to choose appropriate images, colors, and fonts to effectively communicate information. Participants will have the opportunity to create their own materials using these resources and will be encouraged to experiment and explore the platform to create unique and engaging visuals that align with their teaching goals.

In addition to learning how to use these resources for their own teaching materials, the workshop will explore ways that teachers can incorporate them into their students' learning experiences. Participants will learn about the benefits of having students create their own visuals, fostering creativity and critical thinking, and developing digital literacy skills. They will learn how to introduce Canva and Book Creator to their students, how to guide them through the process of creating their own visuals, and how to assess their work.

By the end of the workshop, participants will have gained a thorough understanding of how to effectively use these resources to create engaging teaching materials, and how to incorporate them into their students' learning experiences. This workshop is suitable for educators of all levels and subjects, and no prior experience with graphic design is required.
Seminar Date10/28/2024
Opening Time8:30 am
Closing Time2:30 pm
Last Day To Register10/25/2024      [ Note: After this date, participation changes can be requested by e-mailing Laurie Sledge ]
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Seminar AudienceElementary, Middle, and High School Teachers of all disciplines
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Seminar Topics, Concepts & Resources- Introduction to Canva and Book Creator, including an overview of the platforms, their features, and potential applications for teaching.
- Design basics: Best practices for creating effective visual materials, including color theory, typography, and layout.
- Creating visual materials: step-by-step guide to creating posters, presentations, infographics, and other teaching materials.
- Incorporating student use of the design platforms: ideas and strategies for engaging students in creating their own visual materials.
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Seminar Objectives- To introduce participants to Canva, Book Creator, and other similar resources.
- To teach participants how to effectively use Canva, Book Creator, etc. to create engaging teaching materials such as posters, presentations, and infographics.
- To provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to confidently introduce these resources to their students, and to guide them through the process of creating engaging and effective visuals.
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Assessment of LearningAt the end of the workshop participants will share their ideas how to integrate these design platforms in to their class/curriculum. In addition, there will be the feedback survey at the end of the workshop.
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SiteCA BOCES - Southern Tier West
LocationLarge Room and DL Room
Site StatusRegional
Duration6 Hours
Rolling Online CourseNo
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Seminar StatusAvailable
WorkshopCreator Workshop: Canva, Book Creator, and more!
Starting Registration8:00 am
Credit Hours5.50
CTLE EligibleYes
Social Worker Continuing EdNo
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Provider517 - Model Schools
Category517 - Model Schools
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Public NotesBring your own device and charger to the workshop, please.
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Added ByTim Clarke
Seminar Id9368

CTLE Activities

  • Pedagogy

Facilitators

Districts That Can Send Participants

  • Allegany-Limestone Central School
  • Andover Central School
  • Belfast Central School
  • Bolivar-Richburg Central School
  • Cattaraugus-Little Valley Central School
  • Cuba-Rushford Central School
  • Ellicottville Central School
  • Fillmore Central School
  • Franklinville Central School
  • Friendship Central School
  • Genesee Valley Central School
  • Hinsdale Central School
  • Olean City Schools
  • Pioneer Central School
  • Portville Central School
  • Randolph Academy
  • Randolph Central School
  • Salamanca City Schools
  • Scio Central School
  • Wellsville Central School
  • West Valley Central School
  • Whitesville Central School
  • CA-BOCES Admin
  • CA-BOCES CTE
  • CA-BOCES ISS
  • CA-BOCES IT
  • CA-BOCES Exceptional Education
  • CA Teacher Center

Learning Standards

  • 2 Knowledge of Content and Instruction
  • 3 Instructional Practice
  • 7 Professional Growth