The History of Infographics
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Students will analyze the use of data visualization throughout history and its effect on those who view and read them. Using the Canva app, students will use historical and social connections to create an infographic on a current event in order to inform and affect change.
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Lesson Objectives
Students will analyze data visualization throughout history and learn the elements of an infographic.
Students will research a current event and select pertinent data to use for an infographic.
Students will connect supporting imagery to the data.
Teaching Strategies
- Describe early data visualization and progression to the modern infographic.
- Explain the research and selection process for data.
- Describe how imagery can support or detract from the message.
- Provide a Canva tutorial.
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Create
Choose from a range of materials and methods of traditional and contemporary artistic practices to plan works of art and design.
VA:Cr1.2.IIaTime Requirements
Teacher Prep Time
20 minutes
Demonstration Time
20 minutes
Student Studio Time
3 hours and 20 minutes
Supplies and Materials
- Digital device (computer, tablet)
- Web access
- Canva app
National Standards
Create
Choose from a range of materials and methods of traditional and contemporary artistic practices to plan works of art and design.
VA:Cr1.2.IIa
Steps
Research Visual Data History
Research the history of visual data and the progression into the modern-day infographic.
Identify the elements of an infographic and the process of creating one.
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The Elements of an Infographic
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Current Event Research
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