Author Archives: admin

TOKEN: Community Infographic

Make a professional-looking infographic (e.g. use Venngage or Piktochart) about our community using data from at least 20 unique survey responses. Use professional tools. Explore any community idea, as long it is not insensitive or offensive. Take a look at here … Continue reading

Posted in Tokens | Comments Off on TOKEN: Community Infographic

12-1 Data Visualization

Dear Students, For Thursday’s sketch participation, I’m asking you to do two things– both must be completed for full credit: We’re going to do a “virtual scavenger hunt” using affinity diagrams. There will be opportunities to earn tokens and collaborate … Continue reading

Posted in Presentations | Comments Off on 12-1 Data Visualization

12-0 Infographics

Dear Students, For Class 25’s sketch participation, I’m asking you to give me feedback on the class in two ways: Quantitatively fill out this survey about finals. Qualitatively, sketch the high and low points of the class for you. Try … Continue reading

Posted in Presentations | Comments Off on 12-0 Infographics

Unit 12: Information Graphics

Explore… Read… Due… Information Is Beautiful infographics on coronavirus, relationships,and  the future . See the raw data at the bottom. Play with  Data from prior COMM165 students Watch the videos below and feel fine: Check your PostEms Demystifying Infographics (pdf) … Continue reading

Posted in This_Week! | Comments Off on Unit 12: Information Graphics

BLOG: Your Visual Resume

PROCESS INSTRUCTIONS (time required: 2 to 4 hours over a one week period): This is the final sketchbook assignment and it combines all of the techniques and theories you have learned this term. In this assignment, you are your own public relations assistant. … Continue reading

Posted in BlogWork | Comments Off on BLOG: Your Visual Resume

11-1 Chart Stories

For Class 24’s sketch participation, I’m asking you to have a little fun with data and chart visualizations. First, generate data by looking around your house at collections of things you own. Write down some data about them. Then, try … Continue reading

Posted in Presentations | Comments Off on 11-1 Chart Stories

Special Guest Speaker: Karen Donoghue from HumanLogic

On April 19th, comm165 welcomes Karen Donoghue to speak about how she uses visual communication in her practice as a mobile experience designer. She is an entrepreneur, teacher, and friend of mine who invents and prototypes using visual communication. Read … Continue reading

Posted in COMM165, News_&_Help | Comments Off on Special Guest Speaker: Karen Donoghue from HumanLogic

TOKEN: Guest Speaker Questions

When a guest speaker visits COMM165, you can earn a token by having a meaningful interaction. My friend, Tad, says, “Avoid attending meetings where you’re just a warm body in the room.” Use your mind and make your presence count. … Continue reading

Posted in Tokens | Comments Off on TOKEN: Guest Speaker Questions

TOKEN: SASH Posters

Next week the RWU Student Academic Showcase is happening graduating and graduate students will happen in Show support for fellow students, and also get an idea of what you might be doing in a few years. Take a look at … Continue reading

Posted in Tokens | Comments Off on TOKEN: SASH Posters

11-0 Data and Visualizations

Dear Students, On Monday, we have a guest speaker, Dr. Karen Donoghue from HumanLogic. She runs a successful design consultancy. She has worked with Google, VMware, T-Mobile, The Associated Press, Motorola, and many startups. Her software and products run on … Continue reading

Posted in Presentations | Comments Off on 11-0 Data and Visualizations