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Picture a poster with interesting pictures, easy-to-read text, and short bits of information. That's an infographic. Using pictures and numbers to tell interesting stories, infographics turn information into fun visuals that make learning fun. Adobe Express makes it easy to create infographics. With a massive library of images and templates, plus user-friendly tools, you'll be an infographic whiz in no time.
Resources
Infographics in 5 Steps Google Slides presentation that can be used in class
What are Infographics?
Infographics are powerful tools for teaching. Imagine a student struggling understanding the parts of a plant cell. A well-designed infographic can replace a confusing paragraph with a colorful diagram. This diagram would clearly label the nucleus, mitochondria, and cell wall, making the information easier to grasp. Similarly, infographics excel at comparisons. An infographic might use illustrations scaled to size, instantly showing the vast difference between Jupiter and Earth. Infographics are also data visualization wizards. They can transform dry statistics into engaging visuals. For instance, an infographic about historical population growth might use a bar graph that climbs steadily, visually demonstrating the population increase over time.
Infographics use clear pictures and simple words instead of large blocks of text.
So, how do infographics work their magic? Strategic design and clear presentation are key. They ditch dense text blocks for simple visuals and easy-to-understand language. Imagine a history infographic replacing a lengthy paragraph on the American Revolution with a captivating illustration of a key battle scene. Infographics are also visually appealing, using color, icons, and captivating layouts to grab students' attention. Think about a science infographic on the solar system using colorful circles of different sizes for the planets, making their relative sizes far easier to remember than just text. Finally, infographics prioritize organization, presenting information in a logical sequence like a roadmap. For example, an infographic about a butterfly's life cycle might have the egg stage at the top, followed by the caterpillar, chrysalis, and adult butterfly – all visually connected to show the progression.
Creating Infographics using Adobe Express
Let’s go through the entire process, step-by-step. We'll begin by helping you choose a
captivating topic that sparks your interest and can be effectively presented in an infographic format and find reliable data to ensure your infographic is informative and credible. Next, we'll explore the various infographic types available, each with its strengths for specific purposes. This will help you select the perfect format to visually represent your chosen data. With your topic, data, and infographic type in mind, we'll guide you through finding the ideal template using Adobe Express and customizing it to create a visually stunning infographic.
Step 1: Choosing a Captivating Topic
The first step is selecting a topic that ignites your passion or expertise. Here are some key questions to consider.
What are you genuinely interested in learning more about?
Can the topic be effectively presented in a short, eye-catching way?
Is it easy to find information about this topic?
Explore current events, social media trends, or your academic field for inspiration. Look for topics with readily available data like statistics, percentages, or historical timelines – these translate well into infographics.
Step 2: Gathering Reliable Data
Once you have your chosen topic, information gathering becomes crucial. Here are some key aspects to consider:
Does the information directly support your message?
How easy is it to understand the information?
Is the information credible?
Reliable data acts as the backbone of your infographic. Gather statistics, quotes, facts, or historical figures from trustworthy sources like government websites, academic journals, or reputable news organizations – anything that strengthens your chosen topic and adds value to your audience's understanding.
Step 3: Selecting the Perfect Infographic Type
Infographics come in various forms, each with its strengths for specific purposes. Let's explore some popular types:
Informative: These infographics provide a general overview of a topic, often incorporating text and visuals to explain a concept.
Statistical: Charts and graphs dominate these infographics, highlighting data comparisons or trends.
Timeline: They visually represent the sequence of events or the evolution of a concept over time.
Geographic: These infographics use maps to depict data distribution or trends across geographic locations.
Process: Step-by-step instructions are showcased clearly with visuals and concise text in these infographics.
Comparison: Similarities and differences between two or more subjects are presented side-by-side to facilitate clear understanding.
Flowchart: These infographics utilize arrows and shapes to visually represent the flow of a process or a series of decisions.
The type of infographic you choose should be directly linked to the information you want to convey. For instance, if you're presenting historical events, a timeline infographic might be ideal. If you're comparing two products, a comparison infographic would be the best choice.
Step 4: Finding the Ideal Infographic Template
Adobe Express offers a vast selection of customizable infographic templates. Here's what to consider when choosing one for an infographic:
Does it style fit the topic and message you want to convey?
Is it visually appealing and engaging?
Can it be easily changed to fit your data?
Does the template's layout display your data well?
Adobe Express allows you to browse through various templates categorized by topic and type. Don't be afraid to experiment with a few options before settling on the one that best suits your infographic.
Step 5: Creating Your Infographic with Adobe Express
Now comes the exciting part – building your infographic. Adobe Express provides a user-friendly interface with intuitive tools to customize your chosen template. Here are two video tutorials that show you how to change a template in Adobe Express.
Layout video tutorial - This video explains how to adjust the layout and colors or a template
Elements video tutorial - This video explains how to copy and move elements such as images and text.This is part two of a
Now that you've explored the magic of infographics and the step-by-step process for creating them with Adobe Express, you're well on your way to transforming complex information into engaging visuals.