CS 460 Computer Networks

An infographic a visual presentation of information in the form of charts, graphs, or other images accompanied by minimal text, intended to give an easily understood overview, often of a complex subject

Infographics can be broken into these main components:

• Visual (colors and graphics)
• Content (data, statistics and/or facts)
• Knowledge (analysis or insight into the data)

Once you've read through the parameters of the assignment and selected a topic, follow these broad steps to create an infographic: 

1. Know your data and purpose
   • Creating an infographic requires you to do thorough research on your topic. Read everything and collect as much data as you can find related to your subject matter. Consult a librarian if you need help!
2. Plan "the Story"
   • An infographic is a visual story about a subject and it needs to have a beginning, middle and end. Create a wireframe to help tell the story.
3. Convert Text to Images (pick a chart type)
   • Try to transform as much of your data and text into a visual imagery. This is where charts, graphs, diagrams, flowcharts, maps and other graphical elements come into play. 
4. Determine the Visual Approach (choose tools)
   • Determine the color scheme, typography (font color and size) and structure. The general rule of thumb is to keep things simple. Use 2-3 font types, sizes and colors maximum. 
5. Proofread and Refine
   • Have a friend, instructor, librarian, etc. proofread your work before you publish it. Be sure the data and information you are sharing is accurate and your work is grammatically correct and typo free. 
6. Publish
   • Once you've finalized your infographic, share it with your classmaters, instructor and the world!