LEARN 2025: Full Schedule

Ignition! Join us on June 4th & 5th at West Field High School - Remember to sign in with your @wsd.net email address.

9:00am MDT

Fast Track to Learning - Canvas for Little Racers (Lower Elementary)

Wednesday June 4, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am MDT

This course is designed to help educators effectively use Canvas with young grade level students, making digital learning more accessible and engaging for early elementary grades. You will explore best practices for simplifying Canvas to meet the needs of young learners through guided demonstrations and practical applications. Throughout the course, you’ll see firsthand how I introduce my second-grade students to Canvas, including strategies for navigation, organization, and engagement. By the end of the session, you will take on the challenge of using your Canvas sandbox to create a simple, student-friendly landing page that provides easy access and supports learning for your younger students.

Speakers

Leslie Wentz

2nd Grade, Weber School District

Leslie has been a dedicated second-grade teacher for the past four years, shaping young minds with enthusiasm and care. Her journey in education began unexpectedly while serving as a long-term substitute in a kindergarten class, where she discovered her passion for teaching. This... Read More →

Wednesday June 4, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am MDT
E204

Session

10:00am MDT

Speedway Slides: Auto-Play Racing in Canva! (Lower Elementary)

Wednesday June 4, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am MDT

E204

In this course, you will learn how to use Canva to create automated slide presentations that guide students through rotations seamlessly. By utilizing Canva’s auto-play feature, you can set up center or station instructions that run on their own, allowing students to transition with ease while you focus on working with small groups. Throughout the session, you’ll experience the process of building a slideshow from start to finish, incorporating timers and visuals to keep students on track. By the end of the course, you'll take on the challenge of designing your own auto-playing rotation slides to streamline your classroom management and enhance student independence.

Speakers