Arts classrooms are full of energy, creativity, and sometimes a bit of chaos. The Spotlight on the Arts workshops offer teachers simple, effective ways to turn that energy into focus and learning. If you’re on the struggle bus, this session is for you!

Explore how Canva can be a powerful tool for both teaching and learning. In this hands-on session, educators will learn to create engaging visuals, videos, and podcasts to enhance instruction. We’ll also look at how students can use Canva to express ideas, collaborate on multimedia projects, and publish their work in creative formats. Walk away with ready-to-use ideas and strategies to bring creativity and digital expression into your classroom—no design experience needed!

Are you looking to breathe new life into your classroom with innovative storytelling techniques? Dive into the world of interactive fiction in this hands-on workshop! Interactive fiction combines the art of storytelling with user interactivity, creating engaging experiences for learners of all ages. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to harness the power of two versatile and free tools, Google Slides and Twine, to craft compelling interactive narratives that captivate and educate. Whether you teach English, history, science, or any other subject, interactive fiction can be a powerful tool to engage students and deepen their understanding of course material. Designed for educators working with students from Cycle 2 through high school.