1. Proficiency in Canva: By the end of the course, students should be comfortable navigating Canva, understanding its basic features, and using them effectively to design custom Zoom backgrounds.

2. Creative Design Skills: Students will develop their creative thinking and design skills as they brainstorm ideas, select appropriate images, and arrange elements in a visually pleasing way for their backgrounds.

3. Personal Expression: Students will use their backgrounds to express their unique personalities, interests, and creativity.

4. Technical Proficiency: A goal is to ensure that students become proficient with the technical aspects of creating and uploading Zoom backgrounds, understanding how to customize settings for a polished look during virtual meetings.

5. Attention to Detail: Students will learn the importance of attention to detail in design, including aspects like color choice, layout, and text placement.

6. Collaboration and Feedback: In a virtual learning environment, students will have opportunities to collaborate with peers and provide constructive feedback, fostering communication and teamwork skills.

7. Problem Solving: Students will develop problem-solving skills as they encounter design challenges and find creative solutions to overcome them.

8. Digital Literacy: The class aims to improve students' digital literacy by introducing them to graphic design tools and concepts, setting a foundation for future exploration.

9. Presentation Skills: Students will gain confidence in presenting their designed backgrounds to the class, explaining the thought process behind their creations.

10. Self-expression and Confidence: Ultimately, the class intends to encourage self-expression and boost students' confidence by allowing them to share their creative designs with others, whether during Zoom meetings or any other virtual platform.

These learning goals are designed to provide a well-rounded educational experience, helping students gain practical skills, foster creativity, and increase their digital proficiency.

Great teachers form strong relationships with their students by engaging them in the subjects they are passionate about. I have always been a logical thinker who enjoys science, math, technology, and engineering both for work and play. 

I worked as an engineer for companies like Frito-Lay, Anheuser-Busch, Amgen as a consultant for many years improving their systems with automation and equipment. Once I became a parent, I began teaching extra-curricular classes as a way to have more time at home, but stay involved in subjects that bring me joy. 

Realizing that by being warm, professional, and enthusiastic, I am able to engage students. My creative lessons and strong classroom presence help build student confidence while increasing interest in subjects that may otherwise seem intimidating. 

Homework Offered
Learners can continue to practice outside of the class. Homework is optional. Any unfinished classwork may be completed for homework. Children will be encouraged to explore Canva on their own.
Assessments Offered
Grades Offered