Design Your YouTube Destiny: Canva Basics & Crafting YouTube Thumbnail Magic
Students will explore graphic design with Canva, learning its basics and crafting images to enhance their projects' visual appeal. They'll gain skills in layout techniques, graphic selection, and text integration.
What's included
1 live meeting
1 in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Beginner Level
Students will learn the basics of using Canva's interface and tools to create effective YouTube thumbnail images. We will cover: - Introduction to Canva and its features - Design principles for eye-catching thumbnails - Layout techniques and composition - Selecting and integrating graphics and text - Tips for making thumbnails stand out in YouTube searches The class will be structured into a one-hour session, beginning with an introduction to Canva, followed by a step-by-step tutorial on creating a YouTube thumbnail. The students apply what they've learned by creating their own graphic youtube thumbail. My teaching style is fun and interactive, focusing on practical, hands-on learning. I emphasize creativity and encourage students to experiment with their designs. The class includes interactive discussions, Q&A time and collaborative activities where they can all share their own ideas. Students will have the opportunity to share their designs and provide feedback to each other, fostering a supportive learning environment.
Learning Goals
Understanding Canva Basics:
Students will become familiar with Canva's interface and navigation, learning how to access and utilize its various design tools.
Applying Design Principles:
Students will learn fundamental design principles such as layout, composition, color theory, and typography to create visually appealing YouTube thumbnails.
Creating Effective Thumbnails:
Students will develop the skills to create eye-catching and effective YouTube thumbnail images that enhance their video's appeal and attract viewers.
Developing Technical Skills:
Students will gain practical experience in selecting and integrating graphics, images, and text within Canva, building their technical proficiency in graphic design.
Encouraging Creativity:
Students will be encouraged to explore their creativity and experiment with different design elements to create unique and personalized thumbnails.
Collaborative Learning:
Students will participate in interactive discussions and collaborative activities, enhancing their ability to give and receive constructive feedback and work as part of a creative team.
Other Details
Learning Needs
I am a mother of two boys who both have ADHD, therefore it's ingrained in me to work with the student to see all the amazing qualities they have to enhance their work.
Pre-Requisites
Canva account - Free version is fine
Language of Instruction
English
Joined May, 2024
Teacher expertise and credentials
I hold a degree in music education and have cultivated a strong proficiency in graphic design through my certification in Adobe Creative Suite and volunteer work building websites for nonprofits. With extensive experience using Adobe Illustrator and Canva, I've honed my ability to create impactful visual solutions that balance aesthetics and functionality. Additionally, I teach private music lessons to children at our local school, further demonstrating my capability to educate and inspire young learners in creative fields.Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$13
per classMeets once
60 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-13
2-6 learners per class
