Infographic Design Mrs. Riordan

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Information is very powerful if it is presented in a way that keeps readers attention Infographics present information in a visually pleasing, easy-to- understand way. Here is an example of an infographic that argues that (a) people should care about climate change and, (b) there are a lot of things people can do that might help.

Every Infographic contain three important parts Visuals Color coding Graphics Reference icons Knowledge Explanatory text (your claims; what you are arguing that people should understand and do) Evidence for Your Claims References Statistics Facts from readings

Sketch out a plan on paper

Steps to begin Decide on a color scheme Use graphics Theme graphics explain your main theme. You want to choose a theme graphic that will tell your reader at a glance what information you wish to share. Reference graphics – usually icons and helps your reader to follow along

It should not be wordy, get to the point. How to add your argument and supporting data using icons and theme graphics to help make your point A good infographic should not confuse readers. Instead, it should convey your argument and supporting data/research in a visually pleasing and clear way. It should not be wordy, get to the point.

Connect your evidence to your knowledge Keep your audience in mind