Designing Classroom-Ready Visuals with AI

Session Description

Visual communication is one of the highest-leverage skills teachers can develop, and AI-powered tools have made it easier than ever to create materials that are clear, engaging, and professionally designed. In this session, participants will explore free, educator-friendly AI image and design tools you can use to create materials that support instructional goals without design experience or a paid subscription. From classroom displays and lesson visuals to student-facing materials, you'll leave with practical strategies and ready-to-use examples you can adapt for your own students.

Notes from the Moderators

This page gives you everything you need to make the most of your session. Review the recommended accounts before you join, track your checkpoints during the session, and follow the certificate instructions when you're done.

The pre-session preparation and certificate requirements in this section will be updated a week before the session with any information that you will need to prepare for the session. This will include accounts you might need, lesson ideas to prepare, and/or specific device capabilities. We will also list the session checkpoints so that you will be able to know what assignments you must complete in order to receive a certificate.

Before the Session

Before You Begin

You will have the best live technical experience using either the Chrome or Firefox browser. (Note: we have also had success with the Edge browser.) Safari is NOT recommended. There is a TrainerCentral Learner app for Android and iOS.
Your lead facilitator recommends having accounts ready for the following tools before the session begins. Taking a few minutes to set these up in advance means you'll spend your time learning, not troubleshooting.

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Checkpoints

Session Checkpoints

Checkpoints help us verify your participation and are required to earn a certificate of completion. Here's what to expect during the session:

Checkpoint 1 — Say Hello
Introduce yourself in the chat within the first 10 minutes of the session.

Checkpoint 2 — Schema Activator
Participate in the opening poll or activity.

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Checkpoint 6 — Poll and Go
Complete the closing poll before you leave.

If you experience technical difficulties during the session, most checkpoints can be completed up to one week after the live session date. Reach out to your facilitator if you need assistance.

Certificate Info

Earning Your Certificate

To receive your certificate of completion you must complete all six session checkpoints and submit the post-session feedback survey. The feedback survey is how you request your certificate and is required for all participants — including those seeking state continuing education credit.

Certificates are typically issued within three weeks of the live session date.

Educators in Texas, Illinois, Pennsylvania, and Montana: Additional information required for state continuing education credit will be collected through the feedback survey.