Infographic
Assignment Prompt
The Infographic
In contrast to Project 3a, where your audience was definitely a scholarly/academic audience, here you will begin to translate that same information and argument to a more general/less academic audience (think of the difference between scholarly and popular publications). Think about how you would compose an infographic that was going to be published in USA Today, Essence, Vibe, or in your favorite magazine or website. Using the tool of genre analysis, you will need to develop an understanding of the genre features unique to infographics. You will also want to consider the readings we work through on visual analysis carefully and thoughtfully. Then, using what you’ve learned, you will design your own infographic (using Piktochart orPowerPoint). You should work to develop a clear sense of your argument—communicated visually—as well as a clear “flow” of evidence to support it. You will also want to develop a strong sense of ethos, in order to persuade your more general, popular-press audience that your argument is credible.
The Infographic
In contrast to Project 3a, where your audience was definitely a scholarly/academic audience, here you will begin to translate that same information and argument to a more general/less academic audience (think of the difference between scholarly and popular publications). Think about how you would compose an infographic that was going to be published in USA Today, Essence, Vibe, or in your favorite magazine or website. Using the tool of genre analysis, you will need to develop an understanding of the genre features unique to infographics. You will also want to consider the readings we work through on visual analysis carefully and thoughtfully. Then, using what you’ve learned, you will design your own infographic (using Piktochart orPowerPoint). You should work to develop a clear sense of your argument—communicated visually—as well as a clear “flow” of evidence to support it. You will also want to develop a strong sense of ethos, in order to persuade your more general, popular-press audience that your argument is credible.
Your infographic should:
● Effectively communicate your data to your audience
● Clearly and effectively follow the major conventions of the genre
● Compose a compelling narrative with a sustained argument
● Use credible, quality primary and library-based research to develop the argument
● Maintain a clear focus on the established audience
● Organize your infographic in a clear, coherent and logical manner
