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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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