USING CANVA FOR RAPID, PRINT-READY, MEMORABLE LEARNING MATERIALS

Abstract

Many instructional designers and training specialists find themselves in the position of creating print-ready
learning materials on short notice and no budget. Depending on available technologies, content
knowledge, and access to a graphic designer, this can be a daunting task. Plus, most approaches used to
create training-on-the-go are flat and forgettable. What if there’s another option for designing print-ready
learning materials in a short amount of time for memorable learning?

In this session, you will learn how Canva can help you create print-ready learning materials on short
notice. You will learn the basics of Canva and explore its templates, products, and designs. You’ll look
at the process for setting up an account, selecting ready-made templates, inviting other users to join
your team for collaboration, and sharing in social media. Most importantly, you will learn how to build
custom templates for learning guides, job aids, and infographics. You will leave this session with
techniques to create memorable, print-ready learning materials in no time.

In this session, you will learn:
1. Why Canva is an effective option for designing rapid, print-ready learning materials
2. How to set up a free Canva account, select prepared templates, and collaborate on designs
3. How to build custom templates for learning guides, job aids, and infographics
4. How to use the techniques presented in this session to create memorable learning materials
on time and under budget

Audience:
Novice to intermediate designers, developers, and project managers.

Technology discussed in this session:
Canva

If you are a teacher, you can earn One Semester Continuing Education Credit for this course
through Brandman University.  It is part of Technology for Teachers Courses that we now offer. 

Simply enroll in the course, and if you like it, want to complete the tasks, and earn the credit
purchase the course on this page. One Semester Credit is worth 1.5 Quarter credits or 
15 Continuing Education Hours. 

To enroll:

1) Go to app.schoology.com.
2) Click Log In on the top right.
3) Enter your Email Address and Password.
4) Click Log in.  

The reference code is 75NXS-2X4W9. You will automatically be able to join the course. 

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