Krauss Jane. (2012). Infographics: More than words can say. Learning & Leading, 39(5), 10-15. Retrieved from http://www.iste.org/learn/publications/learning-and-leading/February-2012.aspx
The article discussed the benefits of using infographics in the classroom. According to the article, an info graphic is a compelling representation of data sets that can be used to help clarify a complex idea or story. These pictures and graphs are beneficial because it incorporate words and visuals to help students both understand linguistically and non linguistically. Infographics have students critically think about the graphics and how it relates to the information given. Using info graphics in your cirriculum also help students learn how to make sense of data by analyzing and interpreting the information. When using info graphics, it should tell a story. The pictures should represent the context and be clear. The data used should be reliable and recent. When students use infographics, it allows them to better understand the context. For example, if a student is looking for a picture of the rain cycle, they would have to search, and figure out which one would best work for their assignment.
Q: Can info graphics be applied to all subject matter?
A: Yes, graphics doesn't only apply to presentations. Graphics can be used in math, science, literature or part of any lesson plan. Infographics doesn't have to be statistics, it can be a simple picture that would help supplement the context of the lesson plan.
Q: Are there interactive tools that students/teachers can use as info graphics?
A: Yes, there is a tool online free for class up to 40 students. http://www.polleverywhere.com/ is a website that creates a real-time poll results as students submit their responses through their cellphone via text. Since this tool provide real-time feedback, it allows a dynamic classroom discussion based on the results that are changing.
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