Lesson 7

• are visual representations of information, data, or knowledge.

  These types of graphics present complex information quickly and clearly.

  Infographics
• Infographics are also called..

  Information graphics
• can provide a great amount of complex information succinctly, using visually

  appealing elements that draw attention and facilitate retention.

  infographics
• WHAT ARE DIFFERENT TYPES OF INFOGRAPHICS FOR PRESENTING DATA?

  • Flowchart

  • Timeline

  • Versus Infographic

  • By the numbers infographic

  • Data visualization
• This is the classic infographic that turns data into charts and graphs and often includes a stunning visual that helps to tell the story.

  Data Visualization
• When done well, the data visualization infographic requires no further explanation.

  Data Visualization
• Can be used to display a wealth of data through an engaging design.

  By the numbers
• These numerical infographics use a lot of numbers with a moderate amount of visualization or text to help with comprehension.

  By the numbers infographic
• takes people on a journey. Instead of just static information, viewers can see the progress and changes that have taken place, and this adds a sense of worldly relevance to data.

  Timeline infographic
• put two similar or new ideas up against each other to allow a visual comparison that highlights similarities and differences.

  Versus infographic
• solves problems, from the practical to the irrelevant to the spiritual.

  Flowchart
• When done well, they can make people linger longer on your infographic to explore the different paths they can take.

  Flowchart
• The most popular flowcharts tend to be humorous and are ideal for when the answer is simple and solves a relevant problem for the viewer.

  Flowchart
• Steps to Create Effective Infographics

  • Identify the target audience
  • Decide what story to tell
  • Determine which data to use
  • Tell your story simply