ENG3C\/4C: Unit 8<\/p>\n
Infographics<\/p>\n
Step 1:\u00a0 Watch YouTube Tutorial #1 and answer these questions that follow.
YouTube Tutorial #1: http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=X4-_e8zliqg<\/p>\n
\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 1. What is an infographic?<\/p>\n
\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 2. How is making an infographic different from just writing an essay? Explain.<\/p>\n
\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 3. What should I consider when planning and creating an infographic?<\/p>\n
4. What type of mathematical (numeracy) skills could you use in your infographic?<\/p>\n
Step 2:\u00a0 Watch YouTube Tutorial #2 to learn about piktochart, a digital tool that you can use to create an infographic. Feel free to use another online tool to create your infographic (i.e. Canva, etc.).<\/p>\n
YouTube Tutorial #2: https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Eq-85gzw3GI<\/p>\n
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Step 3: Go to piktochart\u00a0and create your own account by clicking on “Log-In” in the top right corner of the main page.\u00a0 You’ll need an email account; however, your school Google account should work just fine (student#@pdsb.net). Feel free to use another online tool to create your infographic (i.e. Canva, etc.).<\/p>\n
Step 4:\u00a0Browse the examples included at the bottom of this lesson to familiarize yourself with this form.\u00a0Respond to the questions that follow each example. Notice the sources\/ references are included in small print at the bottom of the infographic.<\/p>\n
Step 5: Consider choosing from one of these three topics: sports, health, social justice or culture. You do have the option to pick your own topic, but be sure you do not waste a huge amount of time conducting research; this is intended to be an introduction to creating infographics, There will be limited computer time provided so be sure to choose a different topic that is not difficult to research. <\/p>\n
Step 6: Now generate a list of 5-10 more specific questions or issues related to your broad topic of sports, health, social justice or culture.
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\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Sports\u00a0– Women in Professional Sports, Professional Soccer Teams in Europe, Concussions in the NFL
\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Health\u00a0– Obesity in America’s Children, Health Benefits of Swimming, Lung Cancer and Smoking \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
Social Justice: Racism,.Poverty, Ageism,. Censorship, Gun violence, Gender discrimination, etc.
\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Culture\u00a0– Best Paid Movie Stars, A Timeline of Beyonce’s Career,\u00a0 Disney Stars All Grown Up <\/p>\n
List of specific topics:<\/p>\n
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Step 7:\u00a0 Choose ONE MAIN FOCUS for your infographic.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Step 8: Gather information that relates to your topic. You will need to gather data, sort the data, arrange the sorted data, and then create a rough draft of the final infographic.<\/p>\n
Step 9: \u00a0CREATE your infographic and SUBMIT your infographic on Google Classroom. \u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n
Example 1<\/p>\n
Examine this infographic. What is the topic or issue that is being discussed?<\/p>\n
Do you find this infographic appealing? Why or why not?<\/p>\n
Example 2<\/p>\n
Examine this infographic. What is the topic or issue that is being discussed?<\/p>\n
Do you find this infographic appealing? Why or why not?<\/p>\n
Example 3<\/p>\n
Examine this infographic. What is the topic or issue that is being discussed?<\/p>\n
Do you find this infographic appealing? Why or why not?<\/p>\n
Example 4<\/p>\n
Examine this infographic. What is the topic or issue that is being discussed?<\/p>\n
Do you find this infographic appealing? Why or why not?<\/p>\n
Example 5<\/p>\n
Examine this infographic. What is the topic or issue that is being discussed?<\/p>\n
Do you find this infographic appealing? Why or why not?<\/p>\n
Rubric for Evaluation<\/p>\n
Category<\/p>\n
Level 1<\/p>\n
Level 2<\/p>\n
Level 3<\/p>\n
Level 4<\/p>\n
Knowledge of Content<\/p>\n
___There is not enough information.<\/p>\n
___There are numerous errors.<\/p>\n
There are some gaps in knowledge, or the data presented is somewhat unorganized due to errors in sorting, arrangement, and presentation. <\/p>\n
Covers the topic with examples. Data has been logically sorted, arranged, and presented. There is evidence of research, learning, and synthesis. <\/p>\n
Covers topic in-depth with details and examples. Data has been effectively sorted, arranged, and presented. There is obvious evidence of research, learning, and synthesis. <\/p>\n
Thinking<\/p>\n
Graphics<\/p>\n
(These are called \u201ccharts\u201d on the infogr.am website.)<\/p>\n
___Graphics do not relate to the topic OR do not make sense in the context of the infographic. <\/p>\n
___No chart is present on the infographic.<\/p>\n
All graphics are related to the topic. The chart contains minimal information. There is little evidence of effort and\/or understanding.<\/p>\n
All graphics are related to the topic. At least one chart is present, and there is evidence of significant effort and\/or understanding.<\/p>\n
All graphics are related to the topic and make it easy to understand, adding to the overall impact of the infographic. <\/p>\n
The student has mastered the use of this technology tool. <\/p>\n
Application of visual and graphics <\/p>\n
___There is an absence of visual appeal. <\/p>\n
___ Not enough text or graphics are included to earn a score higher than a one.<\/p>\n
Some elements (font, color, graphics (charts), etc.) may be distracting, cluttered, disorganized, or otherwise ineffective.<\/p>\n
Makes good use of font, color, graphics (charts), etc. to enhance the presentation.<\/p>\n
Makes excellent use of font, color, graphics (charts), etc. to enhance the presentation. <\/p>\n
The infographic is very visually appealing without being too cluttered\/busy.<\/p>\n
Communication<\/p>\n
___Numerous errors are present, and they distract the reader. <\/p>\n
___Not enough information is provided to earn a score higher than a one.<\/p>\n
Several errors are noted, and they may be distracting to the reader.<\/p>\n
A few errors are noted, but they do not disrupt the reader\u2019s ability to process the information presented on the infographic.<\/p>\n
There are no errors in capitalization, spelling, punctuation, or word choice.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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