Clear visuals can make complex ideas easier to understand. This introductory session explored how academic staff can use Canva to create attractive and useful teaching materials without needing advanced design skills. It covered navigating the platform, working with academic templates, and designing infographics to explain ideas and data.

The session also introduced ways to prepare worksheets, handouts, book layouts, and lecture materials with a consistent appearance. Collaboration and design-sharing features were included to support teamwork among colleagues. The training aimed to make resource preparation easier while helping lecturers communicate course content in engaging ways.