infographics
Artifact Description:
An infographic is a tool that is used to organize information into a neat space that is unique enough to be retained in memory. The infographic typically is composed of a background with some faint directional prompts that point the reader to the next topic with the least amount of confusion. After the background has been set to an image that enhances the content; characters, images, and text boxes are set on the background in an order that draws the eye along the content in a coherent and memorable manner. Once the reader has read the infographic, he will be left with not only a general understanding of the topic, but also an organized pattern for it to be recalled in, complete with graphic prompts.
It fits into component 3a, communication with students, because the purpose of the tool is to creatively share content with students in a way that they will understand, relate to, and remember. It specifically falls under the elements explanation of content, and use of oral and written language, as it uses creative wording and images to explain a set of material.
In order to create this infographic, i chose a format, then i selected appropriate backgrounds, texts, and images to convey the differences between the three different types of sciences, and to explain what fields fit into each type.
An infographic is a tool that is used to organize information into a neat space that is unique enough to be retained in memory. The infographic typically is composed of a background with some faint directional prompts that point the reader to the next topic with the least amount of confusion. After the background has been set to an image that enhances the content; characters, images, and text boxes are set on the background in an order that draws the eye along the content in a coherent and memorable manner. Once the reader has read the infographic, he will be left with not only a general understanding of the topic, but also an organized pattern for it to be recalled in, complete with graphic prompts.
It fits into component 3a, communication with students, because the purpose of the tool is to creatively share content with students in a way that they will understand, relate to, and remember. It specifically falls under the elements explanation of content, and use of oral and written language, as it uses creative wording and images to explain a set of material.
In order to create this infographic, i chose a format, then i selected appropriate backgrounds, texts, and images to convey the differences between the three different types of sciences, and to explain what fields fit into each type.
Artifact Reflection:
In a later infographic design, I may try to use a different format. I would also create different designs for different topics, and see which types of infographics work best with which subjects. For example, if I were going to create a History infographic, a timeline or game-board format would work well to creatively communicate the information.
I love all of the different options that are available, and how easy they are to use! There are a wide variety of images and text orientations available, and provided grid lines are exceptionally helpful in guiding their placement. As a whole, this tool provides a user-friendly outlet for designing creative explanations of material, no matter what the skill level of the designer.
Infographics are useful in the classroom to provide a visual help on a concept that the students are struggling with. Not only does having a separate resource for the specific need help the students to recall the concept, but also the graphic nature of the infographic, with images tied to each piece of information provides a scaffold for the students to retain the information. Infographics could also be used to convey rule charts, and natural consequences in a way that helps students understand the necessity of the rule. A board game infographic could be used to design a class calendar, or individual homework itineraries for the students.
Infographics could be a scaffold to help students grasp material that they previously could not, or they could prompt the student to assimilate material so that it can be recalled later, as would be suggested in Educational Psychology.
In a later infographic design, I may try to use a different format. I would also create different designs for different topics, and see which types of infographics work best with which subjects. For example, if I were going to create a History infographic, a timeline or game-board format would work well to creatively communicate the information.
I love all of the different options that are available, and how easy they are to use! There are a wide variety of images and text orientations available, and provided grid lines are exceptionally helpful in guiding their placement. As a whole, this tool provides a user-friendly outlet for designing creative explanations of material, no matter what the skill level of the designer.
Infographics are useful in the classroom to provide a visual help on a concept that the students are struggling with. Not only does having a separate resource for the specific need help the students to recall the concept, but also the graphic nature of the infographic, with images tied to each piece of information provides a scaffold for the students to retain the information. Infographics could also be used to convey rule charts, and natural consequences in a way that helps students understand the necessity of the rule. A board game infographic could be used to design a class calendar, or individual homework itineraries for the students.
Infographics could be a scaffold to help students grasp material that they previously could not, or they could prompt the student to assimilate material so that it can be recalled later, as would be suggested in Educational Psychology.