Creating Compelling Infographics

Communication, Dissemination, & Teamwork

Workshop Description

In this workshop, you will learn how to create compelling infographics that help you better articulate your key findings using a data-driven approach.

We will discuss the characteristics of successful infographics. Then, student working groups will have the opportunity to use Easel.ly, a free infographic software tool, to convert their data report into compelling infographics.

Deadline workshop 2: Each group will have time to refine and finish their infographic and is asked to submit their final product by Wednesday, March 18th, 2015.

Syllabus

  • Understand the concept of using infographics to communicate data-rich findings and a range of available tools
  • Understand the strengths and limitations of infographics
  • Use an infographic software tool (Easel.ly) to develop an infographic and communicate your data report findings effectively

Further Workshop Reading

Infographic Examples

NIH Funding Acknowledgment: Important - All publications resulting from the utilization of SC CTSI resources are required to credit the SC CTSI grant by including the NIH funding acknowledgment and must comply with the NIH Public Access Policy.