Back to School: Canva Updates
Complimentary for NBEA Members; Non-members $49
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Overview:
If you haven't checked into Canva lately, you’re missing out on a brand-new toolkit designed specifically for the modern classroom. Gone are the days of spending hours building a single presentation. With the latest "Imagination Era" and "Magic Studio" updates, Canva has evolved into an all-in-one productivity hub that feels like having a personal teaching assistant.
In this fast-paced session, we’ll dive into the newest features that will change your "Back to School" workflow. From Canva Sheets (reimagining data visually) to Magic Studio at Scale (creating 30 personalized student certificates in one click), we will explore the tools that help you work smarter, not harder.
Key updates we will cover include:
- Canva Sheets & Magic Charts: Turn dry business data into stunning, interactive visuals and automated spreadsheets without the "Excel headache."
- Canva Code 2.0: Use simple prompts to build interactive websites and games for your students—no coding required!
- Magic Activities: Instantly turn any business topic into a ready-to-use classroom activity, from "Marketing Match-ups" to "Accounting Scavenger Hunts."
- The Classwork Hub: A first look at the new tools for assigning, tracking, and giving feedback directly within the Canva ecosystem.
No worries, we will have some reminders on the good stuff Canva has provided all along that helped educators fall in love with this diverse tool.
Kyleigh Lewis Kumm is a STEM educator extraordinaire. Her current role includes serving the Harlan Community School District as a technology coach and high school STEM teacher. She is passionate about sparking curiosity and igniting a love for STEM subjects in young minds. With 9 years of experience as a STEM teacher, business teacher, and instructional coach, she’s had the privilege of nurturing the next generation of innovators and problem solvers. Kyleigh’s academic journey, combined with her real-world experience in business and education, has equipped her with a deep understanding of the ability to convey complex concepts in an engaging and relatable way. As a lifelong learner, Kyleigh began her post-secondary education at Wayne State College with a BMIT endorsement. Since, she has completed her Master's in Curriculum and Instruction - Business Emphasis, her MBA, and an Educational Leadership Master's for 7-12. Beyond the classroom, Kyleigh serves as a member of many organizations, including: NETA, ISTE, ITEC, CSTA, and NBEA. Kyleigh is enthusiastic about technology integration in the classroom, collaborating with like-minded individuals, and presenting real-world applications to her students. She is passionate about sharing computer science, and implemented a coding club using Google CS First and a FIRST robotics team. She serves as the Code.org Facilitator for CSD in Nebraska, and was the NETA "Excellence in Teaching with Technology" recipient in 2018. Her credentials include being a Google Certified Trainer, Apple Teacher, and Apple Learning Coach. Kyleigh has served the technology community as a board member.