Be a Graphic Designer - Design Skills for Business
In this small class size, 4-week course, students use the online graphic design tools at Canva.com to create a series of exciting and interactive digital products for business and personal use.
Mrs. Hilton
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What's included
4 live meetings
3 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
This is a 4-session course aimed at students who want to enter the world of graphic and web design. Students will use the free version of Canva, (canva.com) to create a series of exciting and interactive digital products to preview online, download and share. Session 1: In this lesson, students will look at the role of a graphic designer and discuss the ways that graphic design is used to promote and present information or products. Students will be introduced to the canva.com interface and begin to explore its features and tools. Students will think about being safe online, as well as considering copyright laws and restrictions. Session 2: Students are encouraged to think of a scenario, activity, or company to create digital products for – they will then create a logo for their chosen scenario. This class will look at the different ways that logos can be added to a range of business products, including posters and merchandise. Session 3: This class will begin to explore the more advanced features of Canva, and students will use Canva to create invitations to a business launch event, suitable for either on-screen display or download. Session 4: In this class, students will use continue to develop their skills and create a social media post to show off and promote their product or business. We will pull together different animation and text styles to impress potential clients. This class will investigate the many ways that companies and organisations use social media to influence potential clients and customers. Students will be encouraged to explore the Canva templates to continue creating more business documents, such as business cards and websites. This course is designed to run on a desktop PC or laptop. This course is not suitable for tablet or phone users. Students will need to have access to a free Canva account before the first session. Canva requires all account holders to be aged 13 or older – parents will need to create an account for students aged under 13 years. It is recommended that all students log in with a parent account. This course uses the free version of Canva, you do not need to upgrade to a paid subscription.
Learning Goals
> Students will explore the features of an online design interface and use its tools to create a range of digital downloadable products.
> Students will gain an understanding of copyright rules and restrictions.
> Students will be guided and supported to ensure that they can safely navigate a range of online web resources.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Students may choose to find their own images online and will be directed how to look for copyright or royalty free resources safely. Parents are encouraged to monitor student internet searches and to encourage responsible online activity.
Canva requires all account holders to be aged 13 or older – parents will need to create an account for students to use if they are under 13 years. It is recommended that all students log in with a parent account.
This class is best delivered if students can work on a separate device to the one they use to watch the teacher demonstration.
Supply List
Students will be able to use the free resources, (images, fonts, video and animations) available within the free Canva account.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined February, 2021
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206reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Secondary Education
Bachelor's Degree from University of Surrey
I have been fortunate to have been involved in education services for over 30 years and have extensive experience delivering classroom-based lessons and online digital e-learning packages to both schools and home educated students. I have taught, as a qualified teacher, in mainstream schools for 20 plus years, and hold a Post Graduate Certificate in Education. I really enjoy teaching digital i-Media and like to spend my free time creating digital content and digital art. Reviews
Live Group Class
$118
for 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
50 min
Completed by 30 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-15
1-2 learners per class
