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Canva Creators Camp: Graphic Design for Beginners Middle School
Kathie Harsch
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(53)
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In this 5 day camp, your learner will be introduced to the basic graphic design principles using Canva for Education to design posters, logos, infographics, and will create a final portfolio of this week's projects!
Class Experience
US Grade 6 - 8
Beginner Level
Apply code: HARSCJ56CB5 at checkout for $5 off. SPECIAL NOTE: It is helpful for students to be logged in to Zoom with one device to watch the teaching and a second device to follow along and create their Canva digital art. Students can also click back and forth between browser tabs. In this 5 day camp, your learner will be introduced to the basic graphic design principles using Canva for Education to design posters, logos, infographics, and will create a final portfolio of this week's...
5 lessons//1 Week
Week 1Lesson 1TypographyUse typography in the Canva graphic design program to create a name poster.Lesson 2Color TheoryLearn about Color theory and how to apply it to a logo creation in the Canva graphic design program. You will learn how to add or change a simple element to your design.Lesson 3Layout and CompositionUnderstand the importance of layout and composition and build an infographic in the Canva graphic design program about some of your favorite things.Lesson 4ImagesSelect images that will bring your 3 slide presentation about an animal to life in the Canva graphic design program.Lesson 5PortfolioDownload all of your projects from the week and design a portfolio video of your work in the Canva graphic design program.
- Students will learn some graphic design basics along with Canva skills in typography, color theory, design, and compilation through hands-on learning projects.
As a writer, business owner and teacher I use Canva everyday for just about everything. The class image and the video you see in all of my courses are created in Canva. I also have 3 years of teaching experience in graphic design as well as certifications in Adobe Photoshop and Business education. I've also been a language arts and creative writing teacher for the last 27 years.
Google guardian account for learner I will share a Canva for Education link students can join using their guardian account. SPECIAL NOTE: It is helpful for students to be logged in to Zoom with one device to watch the teaching and a second device to follow along and create their Canva digital art. Students can also click back and forth between browser tabs.
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Parents, students will need a private guardian account Google login. I will give students a link to Canva for Education which will allow them to use more of the tools, etc. that are often not available in a free account. SPECIAL NOTE: It is helpful for students to be logged in to Zoom with one device to watch the teaching and a second device to follow along and create their Canva digital art. Students can also click back and forth between browser tabs.
Short YouTube videos for kids about graphic design. I will make sure they are carefully vetted for age appropriateness.
Joined June, 2022
4.9
53reviews
Star Educator
Teacher expertise and credentials
Florida Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Bachelor's Degree in English from University of South Florida
Hey there! My name is Ms. Kathie, and I am an Outschool 1:1 tutor for reading and writing. I teach the writing strategies and techniques that help middle school writers to take their reading and writing skills from good to fantastic. I offer...
Group Class
$108
for 5 classes5x per week, 1 week
35 min
Completed by 26 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-13
2-4 learners per class
