Graphic Design using Canva Plan 3 js

JSS 3 DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES

WEEK 6 LESSON PLAN

Subject	Digital Technologies
Class	JSS 3
Term	First Term
Week	6
Topic	Graphic Design with Canva
Subtopics	Introduction to Canva; Designing posters; Designing flyers; Creating social media posts
Duration	One Week

Behavioural Objectives

By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:

1. Explain what Canva is and state its uses in graphic design.
2. Identify some of the basic features available in Canva.
3. Use Canva to create a simple poster.
4. Design a simple flyer using appropriate text and images.
5. Create a simple social media post using Canva.
6. Apply suitable text, images, colours and layouts when creating digital designs.

Instructional / Teaching Aids

• Computers or smartphones
• Internet connection
• Canva
• Projector or interactive display
• Sample posters
• Sample flyers
• Sample social media graphics

Previous Knowledge / Entry Behaviour

Students have previous experience with basic computer operations and have been introduced to digital media. They have also learned about creating and editing simple digital content.

Lesson Presentation

Step	Teacher's Activity	Students' Activity
1. Introduction	The teacher asks students whether they have seen posters, flyers or social media graphics created digitally. The teacher introduces Canva as a digital design platform that can be used to create different types of visual content.	Students mention examples of digital posters, flyers and social media graphics they have seen. Students listen and respond to the teacher's questions.
2. Introduction to Canva	The teacher explains Canva and demonstrates how to access it. The teacher introduces the Canva workspace and points out important features such as templates, text, elements, images and design layouts.	Students observe the demonstration. Students identify the different parts and features of the Canva workspace.
3. Designing Posters	The teacher demonstrates how to select a suitable poster template. The teacher shows students how to add and edit text, choose images, adjust colours and arrange elements.	Students select a poster template. Students add a title, text and images and arrange the elements to create a simple poster.
4. Designing Flyers	The teacher explains the purpose of flyers and demonstrates how to create a simple flyer using Canva. The teacher guides students on selecting suitable layouts, text and images.	Students create a simple flyer. Students arrange text and images appropriately and make adjustments to improve the design.
5. Social Media Posts	The teacher explains that Canva can be used to create graphics for social media. The teacher demonstrates how to select an appropriate design size and create a simple social media post.	Students create a simple social media graphic. Students add suitable text and visual elements to their designs.
6. Practical Activity	The teacher gives students a practical task to create a simple digital poster or flyer using Canva. The teacher moves around the class, observes students' work and provides guidance where necessary.	Students complete the practical task. Students apply the skills learned during the lesson to create their own digital design.
7. Conclusion	The teacher reviews the meaning and uses of Canva and discusses the basic steps involved in creating posters, flyers and social media graphics.	Students answer review questions and explain the steps involved in creating a simple Canva design.

Evaluation Questions

1. What is Canva?
2. Mention two uses of Canva.
3. State three types of digital designs that can be created with Canva.
4. Mention two features that can be used when designing in Canva.
5. What is a poster?
6. What is a flyer?
7. How can Canva be used to create a social media post?

Assignment

Create a simple design using Canva. The design may be a poster, flyer or social media post. Include a suitable title, text and at least one image or graphic element.

Teacher's Reflection

The teacher should record students' level of participation, their ability to use Canva's basic features and any difficulties encountered during the practical activity.