Whether you're new to Canva or looking to expand how you use it in your instructional design practice, the resources below will help you build confidence, save time, and discover creative ways to integrate Canva into learning environments.
These tutorials, templates, and articles have been curated specifically for instructional designers, educators, and learning professionals across various settings.
Canva Design School
Canva’s official learning hub with beginner-friendly and advanced tutorials on design basics, presentations, infographics, and more.
Canva for Education: Getting Started Guide
A dedicated space for educators to learn how to create, collaborate, and manage classes using Canva.
YouTube: Canva for Educators Playlist
A curated playlist of quick video tutorials perfect for learning on the go.
Canva Shortcuts Cheat Sheet
Speed up your workflow with handy keyboard shortcuts.
Infographic Templates
Create visual summaries of complex concepts or data.
Presentation Templates
Professionally designed slide decks that can be customized for instructional purposes.
Education Poster Templates
Great for visual reminders, classroom rules, or content displays.
Worksheets & Handouts
Easily editable templates for quick formative assessments or learning activities.
Color Contrast Checker (WebAIM)
Ensure your designs meet accessibility guidelines.
Accessible Design in Canva
Canva’s guidance for designing with accessibility in mind.
Universal Design for Learning (CAST)
Principles that complement Canva’s flexibility and learner-first design approach.