Evaluate the Infographic

Created by Rob Lamb

Time: 15-45 minutes

Resources, Materials, Technology:

Printed copy of evaluate the infographic (version 2.0 is digital)
Pen
Access to the internet

Take Home:

The more exposure you can give a student to infographic, the better. Having them really look deeper at an infographic will make them more aware of the types of things that make a good or bad infographic.

Lesson Structure and Procedures:

Day 1: 15-45 minutes in length

Student is given a general topic (science, chemistry) to go find and evaluate an infographic on.
Student goes through all the steps listed on sheet and determines the quality of the infographic and type of infographic (we need to sit down and discuss “types”)

Follow Up/Extensions:

Have them evaluate an infographic chosen by you or one of their peers. Have them discuss out the strengths and weakness of the infographic they chose with their peers.