Infographics and Media: Presenting Content with Impact

Name: Infographics and Media: Presenting Content with Impact
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Making Information Beautiful – Creating Simple Infographics

Created byDioworks Group, Evonne Quek

Last updated 8/2017

English

What you'll learn

identify basic design elements of an infographic
understand how information can be better communicated through infographics
apply four design principles onto inforgraphic layout
finally create a simple inforgraphic using an online tool

Course content

1 section • 10 lectures • 58m total length

Introduction3:03
Identify basic design elements of infographics, learn how graphics enhance information communication, and create a simple infographic using online tools by applying four design principles, icons, and charts.
Infographic Essentials4:00
Explore infographic essentials by examining how visuals and images improve memory, how word-image combinations speed understanding, and why first impressions rely on visuals in presentations within the first thirty seconds.
Infographic Types and Uses9:34
Explore how infographics across marketing, education, and resumes use visuals to simplify complex data, with color, modular layouts, and concise text that speed understanding.
Deciding Layout12:50
Explore how to design effective infographics using contrast, repetition, alignment, and proximity to improve readability, guide attention, and organize information with thoughtful spacing.
Adding Icons6:36
Learn to enhance data visuals with icons by pairing concise labels, consistent icon backgrounds, and mindful sizing to create clear, impactful infographics.
Adding Charts4:52
Learn to add charts that visualize data with accuracy using pie charts, icons, labels, and scales, while keeping visuals clear, balanced, and uncluttered.
Bringing it Together2:16
Explore how icons and charts transform data into visuals by examining common icon types, labels, backgrounds, and consistent color and size, then follow four essential steps to build an infographic.
Build it with Canva7:27
Learn to build infographics with Kanva using a free account, templates, and customization of text, icons, colors, and charts; import data and download in PDA or PLG formats.
Infographic Toolbox5:34
Explore icon and image resources with cc0 and attribution licenses to create consistent infographics, then use chart and map templates in Kanva for data-driven visuals.
3 Simple Rules1:48
Learn how to create simple infographics by focusing on visual clarity and purposeful design, and develop design skills through practice to convey ideas effectively.

Requirements

Basic knowledge in using online graphic tools.

Description

In the world of decreasing attention span and increasing demand for visually

–engaging content, infographic and its applications have become the

forerunner in transforming the way how information is presented.

In this hour-long online course , learners will be guided through the

essentials of effective layout by becoming acquainted with the use of basic

design principles. Participants are then required to apply the concepts to

create a simple piece of infographic through the use of online tools.

This is a non technical course that will help learners apply infographic

elements for presentations, briefs, reports, and content for web or print.

Who this course is for:

Individuals who need to create visually impactful infographics to be included in reports or presentations for work and personal purposes.
This is a non-technical course that is suitable for individuals who need to create simple visuals or infographic pieces for presentations, briefs, reports, and content for web or print for business, academic or personal use. You will require basic knowledge in navigating online browsers as the course will require you to use an online infographic builder tool. Hence, it is recommended that you have the latest version of Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Internet Explorer installed. If you are proficient in the use of graphic, illustration, and design software, this course may not be suitable for you.