My Creative Brief (Digital Inquiry) by Darcy Fruhschein

What is this project?

darcyf300 — 2025-09-12 02:34:15 UTC

My project will be based on a tool (such as Canva) being utilized in a positive way to engage my students through my lessons.

What form will it take?

darcyf300 — 2025-09-12 02:39:25 UTC

The form will be digital and most likely using Canva.

What is the task at hand?

darcyf300 — 2025-09-12 02:42:03 UTC

The task at hand is to be able to utilize Canva with their set curriculum to keep students engaged, as well as being extremely explicit. Hence, students understand what is occurring in their learning, as well as directions to show what needs to be completed (tasks).

Why are we doing it?

darcyf300 — 2025-09-12 02:44:18 UTC

I am undertaking this project because I believe it is essential to demonstrate appreciation for technology, especially in the classroom, not just through the lens of it being beneficial to just the students, but also creating structure for teachers as well.

What is the problem or opportunity?

darcyf300 — 2025-09-12 02:47:43 UTC

The opportunity is to dive deeper into using Canva and potentially other platforms like it through the eyes of a teacher trying to find ways it can help keep the classroom organized and efficient for both teacher and students.

Who is it really for?

darcyf300 — 2025-09-12 02:49:33 UTC

It is really for teachers to see another outlet they can use in the classroom that might seem intimidating, but is very useful

It is also an excellent tool for students, as it is another creative outlet for their learning as well as a way to express themselves.

And why should they care?

darcyf300 — 2025-09-12 02:52:15 UTC

The students should especially care because this source provides another outlet to view information differently. It is also a great tool to use for their own personal use (especially with the templates that are designed for TikTok and Instagram).

Where, how and when it will it be used?

darcyf300 — 2025-09-12 02:55:05 UTC

It will be used in the classroom (whether during lessons to lay out information for students or for students to give presentations on). It will be used to create organized slide presentations that offer numerous options for creativity, benefiting both students and teachers. This will be used primarily during the school day; however, students can utilize this resource for personal usage outside of the classroom (using other templates provided).

Who will become engaged with it directly and indirectly?

darcyf300 — 2025-09-12 02:59:32 UTC

Directly:

Students
- When they make their own presentations
- Use other templates for social media
Teachers:
- Making presentations for lessons
- Making worksheets for students
- Making material for the classroom
- Personal use (social media templates)

Indirectly:

Students:
- Learning from the presentations provided
- Learning from worksheets provided
- Learning from any material made with Canva
Teachers:
- Learn more about each student's creativity through presentations and/or social media concepts they design

How will it be remembered and retold?

darcyf300 — 2025-09-12 03:05:23 UTC

It will be remembered and retold as something that will show that this resource can help organize thoughts (especially of teachers and students). This will create a foundation that shows Canva is highly user-friendly and can be a great resource to be utilized in the classroom.

What needs to be done?

darcyf300 — 2025-09-12 03:07:25 UTC

Show a presentation on what Canva has to offer, as well as a few teacher videos from TikTok that demonstrate Canva's usefulness in everyday classroom activities.

Who and When?

darcyf300 — 2025-09-12 03:09:22 UTC

I would be the one achieving this and would have to be by the project deadline!

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darcyf300 — 2025-09-19 21:43:15 UTC

Mentor Text

Who is the author and what is the purpose?

darcyf300 — 2025-09-19 21:43:18 UTC

The author is Daniel Leonard, but it comes from the company (Edutopia), which is a well-known educational site that posts articles that relate to teachers and other educational professionals.

The purpose of this article is to help teachers maximize Canva in their classrooms with specific tips, tricks, and strategies that engage students more (slides, presentations, worksheets, and a lot more. This article aims to persuade and inform teachers that Canva is very useful, as well as to utilize all the features it provides.

What techniques are used to attract and hold your attention?

darcyf300 — 2025-09-19 23:45:25 UTC

There are a few big points to address. First, the use of visuals and examples of Canva designs, templates, and presentations. That helps me see what is possible and imagine myself doing it. Second, there are specific tips and actionable guidance. Rather than giving broad statements, it gives concrete features, such as the Magic Design tool, how to prompt Canva, how to resize, etc. These practical tutorials keep interest.. Third, the language and perspective were very teacher-biased. The content seems written by someone who understands what teachers deal with (workload, need, for visual engagement, limited design background. That makes this article more engaging for the target audience. Fourth, utilizing modern updates and AI features. This involves Canva's newer AI tools and features, Magic Design, for example, making it feel more current with the times, as well as cutting-edge. This tends to attract attention. Lastly, it focuses on the benefits, student engagement, and visual appearance, besides the features. This article ties the features back to what the teachers mainly care about, keeping students engaged, lessons more engaging, and saving time. This connects features to values.

What lifestyles, values, and points of view are represented?

darcyf300 — 2025-09-20 00:02:10 UTC

When it comes to values, there are five main points. First, there is efficiency. Efficiency involves the idea that teachers can work smarter, not harder, which means utilizing templates, tools, and other resources to reduce preparation time. Second, there is creativity and visual communication. Teaching and learning should involve appealing visuals, creativity, and design. Next is technology integration. This involves the openness toward using digital tools, such as Canva, in classrooms more often. Next requires student engagement. This relies on the belief that students learn better when material is engaging, visually appealing, and thoughtfully designed. Lastly, there is professional growth. This is where teachers become comfortable with new tools, using new AI technology, and learning new, valuable skills.

When it comes to points of view, there are three perspectives: first, the teacher's point of view. The article mentions the teachers' general needs and challenges they face daily in the classroom. Included, but not limited to, designing attractive content and getting students' attention. The next point of view is pro-technology and innovation. This involves assuming that tech is a force for improvement in education. Also entails that newer tools, such as Canva, are extremely beneficial, especially in the classroom. The last perspective is visual-centric pedagogy. This means that the article discusses how visuals, design, and aesthetics matter a great deal in both teaching and learning.

When it comes to lifestyles, it entails a few things. The first involves teachers who are already using digital devices, have access to the internet, and use presentations, who might have more success in implementing Canva more. Next, schools and classrooms need to have some sort of technology readiness. This can be as simple as some sort of screen, but can be more, such as laptops, computers, iPads, etc.) Lastly, an environment that has teachers that are truly motivated and dedicated to trying new tools, especially if it is new to them.

How might different people interpret the message?

darcyf300 — 2025-09-20 15:13:42 UTC

Four different people could interpret this message: teachers, school administrators, students, and parents. Teachers might be excited and think Canva is a valuable tool that can help save time and increase engagement. Some teachers have limited access to technology and lack confidence in their ability to use digital tools. They might feel intimidated by new features and/or feel tips are hard to implement without having strong internet, devices, and/or training. These teachers might view it as more ideal than something that can happen right now. The last type of teacher is a more traditional teacher. They might worry that the design and visuals are too distracting if they are visually appealing. It can be form over substance.

For school administrators, this might can mean after reading this article, as great support and gudiance to purchase more technology, have more PD days surrounded towards technology. amd get Canva licenses for their school and/or district.

Lastly, students and parents reading the article indirectly. They might view Cava as a positive tool. Making material and content more appealing, positive, and engaging. However, it can also bring the idea that the visuals are too much (distraction).

What is omitted from this message?

darcyf300 — 2025-09-20 15:41:25 UTC

I have six points to cover on what was missing from the article. First were the challenges and limitations. This means that even though benefits were mentioned, there was nothing mentioned about things that could go wrong (poor internet connection, limited devices, lack of training, etc.) Second, the lack of devices. Not every district will have the budget to have Canva in their schools, as well as the technology. Third, the article does not discuss how there can be data to show that Canva is appealing from a numbers standpoint. Fourth, the article mentions how easy the materials are, but forgets to mention how much time it takes to learn the tools, set up templates, and/or maintain visually consistent materials. Fifth, this article does not mention the comparisons to other methods, such as PowerPoint, Google Slides, or any other local tools. Finally, no mention of student voices and perspectives. This article speaks on the teacher side, but sometimes, even if the topic is being discussed from one side, it is essential to examine all parties that can be involved in the idea.