Technology Evaluation Template

GENERAL INFORMATION
Technology Name: Age/Grade Level: Technology Type:

• Canva Basic English Application Software Device

Source: (Web address, company name, etc.)

https://www.canva.com
Associated Learning Standard(s) or Objectives: The resource may be generally applicable; if so, simply state that.

Speaking:
Students will be able to make a project presentation describe visual content about a place students’ want to visit.

RESOURCE DESCRIPTION
Give a brief description of the resource.

Creating project presentations with visual content necessitates the development of digital literacy and technological skills.
Students must learn to effectively navigate various software and tools to curate and present their visual content. This
process equips them with valuable skills such as researching, selecting appropriate visuals, designing visually appealing
slides, and delivering a coherent and engaging presentation. These skills are not only transferrable to future academic
endeavors but are also highly sought after in the professional world.
The Resource Allows Students To: YES NO N/A
C Create: Students can use creative thinking or will create an innovative product. √
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Connect: Students can communicate with others outside the classroom. √
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Research: Students can gather, evaluate, and use information. √
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t Collaborate: Students can work together within the classroom or outside of the
a classroom. They can build upon each other’s knowledge and work.
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d Contextualize: Students can make connections between content areas, ideas, and/or
solve problems in a real-world context.
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Critique: Students must think critically, solve problems, evaluate information, and make
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informed decisions.
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o Build Technology Skills: Students must understand or be able to use technology
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g concepts, systems, and operations.
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RECOMMENDATION
Given the information above, would you recommend this resource? Why or why not? Include any additional
considerations or notes you have.

One resource that stands out in this regard is Canva, a user-friendly design platform that allows students to create visually
appealing presentations. considering its user-friendly interface, versatile features, and ability to enhance visual content,
Canva is undeniably a highly recommended resource for students to create project presentations describing visual
content about a place they want to visit. The platform's intuitive design and extensive range of tools make it accessible
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to students of all skill levels. By utilizing Canva, students can enhance their visual communication skills, foster creativity,
and effectively convey their ideas visually. Canva's educational benefits further solidify its value as an indispensable
resource for students in their project presentations. Students should also consider the importance of well-researched
content and effective oral communication during their presentations. Canva should be seen as a tool to enhance the
visual aspect of a presentation, but students should ensure that their overall presentation is well-rounded and effectively
delivers their message.

IMPLEMENTATION IDEAS
How could you use this in the classroom?

- Using the computer in laboratory room, they can easily access the technology that is already installed in the
computer or access the website easily.
1. Category that I would apply in my teaching lesson is category 1 Word Processing app using visual way by using
Canva. Integrating Canva into the classroom provides students with a visual and interactive platform to create project
presentations, enabling them to effectively describe and showcase visual content about a place they desire to visit.
This approach enhances student engagement, fosters creativity, and develops important digital literacy skills. By
incorporating Canva into the curriculum, educators can empower students to develop their digital literacy skills while
promoting active learning and expression, specifically focusing on how it can be used to help students create project
presentations that describe visual content about a place they want to visit.
2. Event of instruction of this lesson:
First, I would stimulate background information with category 3 to introduce the topic and to show students the video
to stimulating visual content show them a video and pictures to represent each season about a place around the
word.
Second, Practice and collaboration with category 1 using Canva and explain how to collaborate brief presentation
with picture.
Last, Assessment and feedback with category 1 using Canva application or website, to create project presentations,
enabling them to effectively describe and showcase visual content about a place they desire to visit.

Note: The following criteria may also be considered in the use of this resource. However, it is important to
understand that these are secondary criteria to content and pedagogy.

The Resource Allows Students To: YES NO N/A

Work at different levels or paces: Students work is differentiated through the
Im resource.
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e Gather data about themselves: Students can see their progress because the resource
contains a tracking system.
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en Work intuitively: Students work easily with the resource because it is user friendly and
tat intuitively designed.
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n Be motivated: Students are engaged and excited to use this resource. √

The Resource Is: YES NO N/A

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Free: There is no financial cost for the students, teacher, or school. √
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 sti Easily Accessed: The resource does not require licensing and is available through the
cs web.
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Reliable: The resource does not have frequent bugs and may have some kind of
trouble shooting support available (either a “help” menu or a support team).
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This template has been adapted from the following resources:

Christie, A., (2007). Dr. Alice Christie’s 6C Model for Evaluating Apps. Retrieved from
http://www.kathyschrock.net/uploads/3/9/2/2/392267/evalipad_content.pdf
ISTE, (2012). iste.nets•s Advancing Digital Age Learning. Retrieved from
http://www.iste.org/docs/pdfs/nets-s-standards.pdf?sfvrsn=2.
Schrock, K., (2011-14). Critical Evaluation of an Content-Based IPAD/IPOD APP. Retrieved from
http://alicechristie.org/6C/6C.pdf.

Other resources on technology evaluation tools can also be found at:

http://learninginhand.com/blog/ways-to-evaluate-educational-apps.html

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