Design Mastery with Canva: Creative Projects for Real-World Impact

Lesson 1: A Perfect Gift
Introduction to Design Thinking and Canva. Learn how to create a personalized greeting card on Canva as part of the design process.

Lesson 2: Save Water
Apply the design thinking framework to create a project focused on the theme "Save Water," exploring ways to convey this message creatively.

Lesson 3: Bake a Cupcake Part 1
Learn about the 5 stages of the design thinking framework and use them to plan and create a project around baking a cupcake.

Lesson 4: Bake a Cupcake Part 2
Use the information gathered in the Empathising stage to complete the "Bake a Cupcake" project and refine the design.

Lesson 5: Food Menu
Revise all 5 stages of design thinking while creating a food menu design, applying the knowledge from previous lessons.

Lesson 6: My Scrapbook
Create a scrapbook while revising all 5 stages of the design thinking framework, reflecting on the learning journey.

Lesson 7: Effects of Littering
Focus on the issue of littering and use Canva to design educational posters and infographics to raise awareness.

Lesson 8: Tracking Assignments App Design
Design an app interface to help track homework assignments, recognizing the need for a better school system.

Lesson 9: Eco-friendly Product Campaign
Create a campaign for a fictional eco-friendly product, designing its logo, packaging, and advertising materials on Canva.

Lesson 10: Virtual Art Exhibition
Design a virtual art exhibition layout, banners, and virtual plaques to showcase student artwork.

Lesson 11: Healthy Eating Campaign
Create a campaign encouraging healthy eating habits, designing posters, recipe cards, and challenges using Canva.

Lesson 12: School Event Planning
Plan a school talent show and design promotional materials, tickets, and programs using Canva.

Lesson 13: Personalized T-Shirt Designs
Design custom graphics, slogans, or logos for personalized t-shirts that reflect personal interests and hobbies.

Lesson 14: Travel Brochures
Design a travel brochure for a dream destination or a fictional location like "Candy Land" using Canva.

Lesson 15: Create a Thank You Card
Craft colorful thank-you cards for various occasions, experimenting with different themes and Canva tools.

Upon completing this course, students will have created a diverse portfolio of design projects, including greeting cards, campaigns, posters, virtual exhibitions, and personalized items like t-shirts. They will have gained practical experience using Canva to design professional-looking graphics and apply the design thinking process to real-world challenges, enhancing their creative problem-solving abilities and design skills.

• Design Thinking: Apply the 5 stages of design thinking to solve creative challenges.
• Canva Mastery: Use Canva's tools and features to create professional designs, including graphics, posters, and campaigns.
• Creative Problem-Solving: Develop innovative solutions by understanding user needs and refining designs.
• Graphic Design: Learn to design various visual content such as greeting cards, brochures, and promotional materials.
• Project Development: Create cohesive, well-planned design projects from concept to completion.