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Ink and Pixels: Crafting Stories with Canva Docs

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Session description

Did you know that Canva can inspire creativity during the writing process? Join this session to explore the features of Canva Docs and Whiteboard to transform the writing process into a fun and engaging experience. This session will also demonstrate Canva Magic features for a more captivating writing experience.

Outline

**Exploration of the Writing Process with Canva Features:**
- Participants will be able to utilize Canva’s tools during each stage of writing:
- **Brainstorming:** Create dynamic whiteboards and utilize graphic organizers to stimulate idea generation.
- **Drafting:** Compose essays using Canva Docs, incorporating multimedia elements like charts and videos for enhanced engagement.
- **Revising and Editing:** Implement real-time peer reviews and utilize Canva’s formatting tools to refine their writing.

**Engaging Creativity through Canva Magic:**
- Participants will discover and apply Canva Magic features to add creative elements to their writing. This includes using Text to Image, the Magic Edit tools, and leveraging Magic Write for text enhancement.

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Supporting research

https://www.edutopia.org/article/4-ways-develop-creativity-students

https://www.iste.org/explore/5_Reasons_Why_It_Is_More_Important_Than_Ever%20_Teach_Creativity
https://www.iste.org/explore/education-leadership-0

https://www.scielo.br/j/estpsi/a/vrTxJGjGnYFLqQGcTzFgfcp/?lang=en&format=html

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0747563217301590

https://research.gold.ac.uk/id/eprint/29449/

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Presenters

Dr. Natasha Adebiyi

Instructional Technology Specialist

Dekalb County School District

Ashley Barnett

Instructional Technology Speacialist

DeKalb County School District

Session specifications

Topic:

Creativity and Storytelling

TLP:

Grade level:

PK-12

Audience:

Teacher, Technology Coach/Trainer

Attendee devices:

Devices useful

Attendee device specification:

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

Participant accounts, software and other materials:

www.canva.com

Subject area:

Interdisciplinary (STEM/STEAM), Language Arts

ISTE Standards:

For Educators:
Facilitator

Model and nurture creativity and creative expression to communicate ideas, knowledge or connections.

Designer

Use technology to create, adapt and personalize learning experiences that foster independent learning and accommodate learner differences and needs.