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Canva for Education: Your Cool Go-To Tool at School
Do you remember how laborious it was to create school requirements in the olden days, that is before the digital era? Students would cut out from magazines and newspapers to make collage projects, while teachers would draw by hand on brown and thin Manila papers to make presentations in their classes. Today, technology has made learning so much easier for everyone with the help of Canva for Education.
What’s Canva for Education?
Canva for Education is an online design platform that offers a wide range of templates and customization that can be used in the classroom. Teachers can create and personalize lectures, infographics, and videos while students can create slides for their individual and group reports.
Canva empowers students to be creative by providing customizable templates, graphics, and multimedia elements. They can create collages, posters, and digital projects like web designs or short video clips that they can incorporate in their slides for their school reports. This allows them to present their ideas in a visually compelling and impactful manner. By giving students these tools, Canva nurtures their imagination and equips them with valuable skills for the future.
For educators, Canva offers tools to create visually appealing presentations. With templates, drag-and-drop functionality, and multimedia integration, teachers can craft dynamic lessons that engage students. Whether it's a slideshow, infographic, or handout, Canva helps teachers deliver information effectively.
Check out this video below on how to get around this amazing tool.
Canva for Education vs. Canva Pro
Canva also offers a premium version of this app, Canva Pro, for professionals who need it for their work or business. But don’t be confused, here are some key differences between the two.
| Canva for Education | Canva Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | FREE (for teachers and students) | ₱2, 490/year (individual plan) |
| Top Feature | Learning management integration of Google Classroom, Canvas, Schoology, and more | Schedule social media content to Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and more |
| Access | Access to 100+ million images, videos, audios, animations, and more | Unlimited access to premium templates and 100+ million stock photos, videos, audios, graphics, and more |
| Support | None | 24/7 customer support |
Ultimately, the choice between Canva for Education and Canva Pro will depend on your specific needs and budget. If you're a teacher or student looking for a free and easy-to-use design tool, Canva for Education may be the better choice. If you want more advanced features and customization options, Canva Pro may be worth the investment.
How Can I Access Canva for Education
If you’re a teacher, you can sign up on the app by using your education email address or by uploading a proof of your teaching certification and employment. Canva will verify and upgrade your Canva account within a few days. Currently, it’s available for K-12 (primary and secondary) educators, their students, and qualified school districts and institutions. Watch the video below for a complete guide on how to sign up.
If you’re a student, you must be invited by your teacher to access Canva for Education. Once you’re done, you can now create anything you’ll need for your school work on your laptop. Want to directly include your pictures or videos from your phone in your presentation? No worries, you can also access Canva on your mobile phone.
If you want to add pictures or videos as well as edit on your phone, make sure you have data to access the app. You can subscribe to GoLEARN for additional data for Canva via the GlobeOne app. Make sure you’re registered first to a Go or Go+ promo to enjoy this offer.
