Course Description
Infographics have grown in popularity because they communicate information quickly and clearly. These visual tools represent information, data or knowledge.
In this hands-on course, you will build your ability to use infographics as a learning tool in your curriculum. You’ll discover how to understand infographics and create your own.
You will learn:
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How to use infographics to help Year 7-12 students understand data, compare texts, express a point of view or summarise learning.
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How to read and understand seven different types of infographics.
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How to design, create and publish infographics in any subject area.
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How to use a range of lesson plans to teach infographics.
Audience
Secondary Teachers
Teaching Standards
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