Infographics are visual representations of information, data or knowledge. They have grown in popularity because they communicate information quickly and clearly. In this hands-on course, you will build your ability to use infographics as a learning tool in your classroom. You’ll discover how to understand infographics and create your own.
You’ll learn:
Primary teachers
2.1.2 Proficient Level - Know the content and how to teach it - Content and teaching strategies of the teaching area: Apply knowledge of the content and teaching strategies of the teaching area to develop engaging teaching activities
3.3.2 Proficient Level - Plan for and implement Effective Teaching and Learning - Use teaching strategies: Select and use relevant teaching strategies to develop knowledge, skills, problem-solving, and critical and creative thinking
3.4.2 Proficient Level - Plan for and implement Effective Teaching and Learning - Select and use resources: Select and/or create and use a range of resources, including ICT, to engage students in their learning
This course may contribute towards Elective PD hours. Visit https://educationstandards.nsw.edu.au for more details.
Introduction
Aims and Objectives
Course Handout - Visualise Data in the Primary Classroom
Our Digital World
Set a Learning Goal
Task: Set a Learning Goal
Why Teach Infographics?
Using Infographics in the Curriculum
How to Read an Infographic
Seven Types of Infographics
List Infographic
Comparison Infographic
Flowchart Infographic
Visual Article Infographic
Map Infographic
Timeline Infographic
Data Visualisation Infographic
Blending Infographic Types
Quick Check-In
Task: Quick Check-In
Steps to Creating an Infographic
Step One - Decide on your Story
Step Two - Retrieve Data and Information
Step 3 - Choose a Type
Step Four - Design and Create
Step Five - Publish
Teaching Tips
Teaching Resources
Reflect on your Learning
Task: Reflect on your Learning
Your Next Steps
Course Feedback