Outline Journal of Community Development
Vol. 4 No. 1: July 2026

Education on the Utilization of Canva Apps to Improve Students' Digital Design Skills

Siti Aliyah (Sistem Informasi, Universitas Potensi Utama, Indonesia)
Efani Desi (Sistem Informasi, Universitas Potensi Utama, Indonesia)
Alan Akbar Bukhori (Teknik Industri, Universitas Potensi Utama, Indonesia)
Muhatri (Informatika, Universitas Potensi Utama, Indonesia)
Enni Maisaroh (Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris, Universitas Potensi Utama, Indonesia)
Sofyan Rahmad (Sistem Informasi, Universitas Potensi Utama, Indonesia)
Nabila Firka Hasibuan (Sistem Informasi, Universitas Potensi Utama, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
06 Jul 2026

Abstract

The development of digital technology requires students to master 21st century competencies, one of which is digital design skills. However, many students do not yet have adequate skills in utilizing graphic design applications to support learning. Therefore, an educational activity on the use of the Canva application was held at SMK Sinar Husni to improve students' knowledge, creativity, and skills in creating visual media. The method used is direct practice-based training (learning by doing) which includes the preparation stage, delivery of materials, practical assistance, and evaluation. This activity was attended by 23 students who received material on basic concepts of digital design, introduction to Canva, the use of templates, color arrangements, typography, graphic elements, as well as the creation of posters, presentations, and comics. The results of the activity showed that students experienced an increased understanding of the principles of visual design and graphic communication. All participants were able to produce digital design works that were more creative, interesting, and communicative than before the training. 100% active participation  proves that Canva is an effective medium to support technology-based learning as well as an alternative to students' digital competency development programs.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

OJCD

Publisher

Subject

Humanities Environmental Science Social Sciences

Description

Outline Journal of Community Development (e-ISSN: 3025-5902), published by Outline Publisher. The journal is published thrice year in July, November and March. Outline Journal of Community Development is a national-level journal that has a main focus on the development of knowledge in the field of ...