Canva: Designing Engaging, Accessible Presentations

Canva: Designing Engaging, Accessible Presentations

1h 10mBeginner2024-08-15

Authors

Heather Ackmann

Heather Ackmann

Author, Microsoft Certified Trainer, and Microsoft MVP

Course details

Explore presentation design using Canva. This course guides you through the core principles of design including three key design pillars—message, audience, and environment—to ensure your presentation communicates ideas effectively. Discover the significance of Gestalt design principles in crafting simple, visually appealing presentations. See how to select a template, add visual content, and create space within your layouts to make your message stand out. Find out how to leverage branding essentials to establish identity across your designs and templates. Learn about the imperative of inclusive design to make your presentations accessible to a wider audience, including the writing of alt text for visual elements and the selection of accessible color combinations.

Join Heather Ackmann who provides practical tips on using Canva tools. Whether you aim to present ideas more compellingly, establish your brand presence, or ensure your content is inclusively designed, this course offers valuable insights and skills to elevate your presentation prowess.

Skills covered

CanvaInfographicsAccessibilityContent MarketingPresentationsDiversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)User ExperienceGraphic DesignMarketingBusiness Software and ToolsDeep Dive (X:Y)

Concepts

Introduction

  • Design better presentations in Canva
  • What you should know
  • Exercise files

Design for Non-Designers

  • Design pillars
  • Key Gestalt design principles
  • Designing for everyone

Designing Presentations in Canva

  • Starting from a template
  • Using proximity to group related elements
  • Creating space to make your message clear
  • Using similarity and contrast to create a visual hierarchy

Designing with Your Brand in Mind

  • Why branding matters
  • Choosing accessible brand colors
  • Creating your brand kit
  • Designing a brand template

Designing for Accessibility

  • Checking presentations for accessibility
  • Checking for color contrast
  • Writing alternative text

Conclusion

  • Next steps
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