Design Like a Pro: Canva Tools & Tricks Every Educator Should Know

Design Like a Pro: Canva Tools & Tricks Every Educator Should Know

Author: Jeffrey Bradbury - TeacherCast Educational Network August 15, 2024 Duration: 30:09
In episode 34 of the Digital Learning Today podcast, hosts Jeffrey Bradbury and Diane Manser discuss how educators can effectively use Canva in the classroom, highlighting its features for creating visually appealing materials such as presentations, handouts, and graphics. They emphasize the importance of building relationships with students and provide tips on utilizing Canva templates for various educational purposes. The episode also covers updates to Canva, including AI features and new tools for the upcoming school year.

Hosted by Jeff Bradbury of the TeacherCast Educational Network, Digital Learning Today is a conversation for educators who think strategically about the long game. This podcast moves beyond quick tech fixes to examine the underlying frameworks and leadership philosophies required for meaningful, lasting improvement in schools. It’s designed for those in the driver’s seat of change-principals, district administrators, and instructional coaches-who understand that real transformation is about systems, not just software. Listeners will find practical discussions on implementing digital learning initiatives effectively, crafting and executing school improvement plans that stick, and the nuanced work of fostering a collaborative, innovative culture among staff and students. The dialogue naturally bridges educational theory with the realities of school business and management, offering a grounded perspective on steering institutions forward. By focusing on sustainable models and big-picture ideas, each episode provides a space to reflect on the core structures that define modern education, making this podcast a resource for anyone committed to thoughtful, systemic growth in their learning community.
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