Instructional Technology
Visuals and Infographics
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Infographics combine graphics, data, and words to simplify large amounts of information into short and visually engaging formats. This combination tells a data story, and makes information more accessible, engaging, and easier to recall. Infographics can be used in ANY content and are broken down into 6 different types.
There are a ton of free and subscription tools available to make infographics. An in depth comparison of two of the most popular ones can be found HERE and HERE.
Piktochart
Description
Description
Piktochart is at the cutting edge of infographic making. With their drag-and-drop, point-and-click format, the Piktochart’s editor gives you more room to think about designing and presenting your information. They have over 600 professionally-designed templates, a library of over 4000 beautifully designed icons and images, Editable, ready-made text frames and photo frames and the ability to download work in high-def formats, you have everything you need to make the perfect infographic for your class!
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Canva
Description
Description
Similar to Piktochart, Canva offers a wide range of templates, images, and design tips to help make your infographics one-of-a-kind. While visually Piktochart's templates are more impressive and elaborate, Canva has an easier interface and offers more tools for advanced organization. With Canva, their templates are organized by type, you can upload your own fonts, and your can organize your own pictures for easier access.