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Design Shakedown: BeeHive(Canva) vs. Swifty(Adobe) Edition

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Session description

Who's the best designer in the realm of Education? In this session, attendees will engage in an epic design battle between BeeHive (Canva) and Swifty (Adobe), comparing features through the creative lens of Beyoncé and Taylor Swift's hits. Discover which platform hits the high notes in education design!

Outline

1. Welcome & Introduction (5 minutes)
• Brief overview of objectives.
• Introduction to Beyoncé and Taylor Swift themes.
• Focus on functionality, ease of use, and educational opportunities.
2. Overview of Canva (BeeHive Edition) (10 minutes)
• Functionality: Templates, collaboration, Google Classroom integration.
• Ease of Use: Intuitive design and accessibility features.
• Educational Opportunities: Student portfolios, group projects, presentations.
3. Overview of Adobe Express (Swifty Edition) (10 minutes)
• Functionality: Design tools, Adobe Creative Cloud integration.
• Ease of Use: Simplified interface, mobile-friendly.
• Educational Opportunities: Multimedia projects, professional-level skills.
4. Interactive Comparison Activity (20 minutes)
• Feature Showdown: Create the same design in both platforms.
• Hands-On Exploration: Compare ease of use and classroom potential.
• Collaboration: Share and discuss designs.
5. Q&A and Wrap-Up (10 minutes)
• Open discussion on strengths, weaknesses, and classroom fit.
• Provide resources for further exploration.

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Supporting research

https://www.edsurge.com/news/2023-05-05-the-impact-of-creativity-on-college-and-career-readiness#:~:text=

https://medium.com/canva/the-importance-of-fostering-creativity-in-the-classroom-34c94b99281d#:~:text=Carly%20Daff%2C%20Director%20of%20Product,fostering%20creativity%20in%20the%20classroom.

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Presenters

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Krynica Drake
Digital Learning Specialist
Atlanta Public Schools
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Dominique Harbour
Educational Technology Specialist
Atlanta Public Schools
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Dr. Aleigha Henderson-Rosser
Executive Director for Instructional Technology
Atlanta Public Schools

Session specifications

Topic:

Creativity and Storytelling

TLP:

Yes

Grade level:

PK-12

Audience:

Librarian, Teacher, Technology Coach/Trainer

Attendee devices:

Devices required

Attendee device specification:

Smartphone: iOS, Windows, Android
Laptop: Chromebook, Mac, PC
Tablet: Android, iOS, Windows

Participant accounts, software and other materials:

Canva for Education(Free for Educators)
Adobe Express(Free for Educators)

Subject area:

Technology Education, Other: Please specify

ISTE Standards:

For Educators:
Designer
  • Use technology to create, adapt and personalize learning experiences that foster independent learning and accommodate learner differences and needs.
For Students:
Empowered Learner
  • Use technology to seek feedback that informs and improves their practice and to demonstrate their learning in a variety of ways.
Creative Communicator
  • Choose the appropriate platforms and digital tools for meeting the desired objectives of their creation or communication.

TLPs:

Connect learning to learner, Spark Curiosity

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