Monday, November 30, 2009

Mike P on Using Graphics and Imaging Software in Writing

Writing can be interesting and descriptive when necessary, but when it comes to getting your information or point across to your audience, using graphics can really give your writing that extra zing. Graphics can consist of certain items such as charts, graphs, tables, pictures, animation, video or anything else that visually helps get your point across. When choosing graphics for your writing, there are a few important things to keep in mind: Does your graphic support any important objectives or points in your writing? Can your graphic be easily deciphered and connected with your writing?

These are some examples of graphics that may be used in a document:

Bar Graph:


Pie Chart:


Diagram:


Imaging software consists of tools and programs that help you create graphics for various purposes. Software such as Microsoft Paint is an easy and free program that allows you to create basic graphics which can be used to facilitate your writing. Other more advanced programs such as Adobe Photoshop, Flash, and Fireworks allow you to create and edit graphics and even animations with much more flexibility. Videos can be created using programs such as Windows Movie Maker, and for the more advanced user, Adobe Premiere Pro. Using a popular word processing software such as Microsoft Word and PowerPoint, these graphics can be easily brought together to create a completed document or presentation.

Example of a document with graphics:


Sources:
http://teachers.greenville.k12.sc.us/sites/ekrezdor/Blinkies%20and%20Graphics/bar%20graph.gif
http://www.jpowered.com/php-scripts/pie-chart/images/pie-chart-small.png
http://www.state.nj.us/lps/ca/fstone/images/general/car_diagram.gif
http://bikeportland.org/wp-content/flyer_web.gif
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5 comments:

  1. Jenna G.November 30, 2009 at 5:01 PM

    Mike,
    Great post! I thought the examples you presented were very effective.

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  2. ddinnenNovember 30, 2009 at 6:08 PM

    Great use of graphics in your post. I would have liked to see an explanation of each type of graphic and when it is appropriate to use them. Your post was effective and easy to understand!

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  3. MicheleNovember 30, 2009 at 6:55 PM

    Good post, it was well written. The only thing I could suggest was to write a little bit more on the topic. Otherwise, It was organized and the graphics you choose fit in well.

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  4. Mika W.November 30, 2009 at 7:16 PM

    You did a great job in convening the message that visuals really can aid any type of writing. I especially like that you mentioned the use of graphics need to relate to what is being discussed. I think sometimes people tend to get carrier away. Perhaps it would have also been helpful if you were able to find a related video on the topic. The visual examples are very helpful and they made your post noticeable as well. Overall job well done!

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  5. Alan GNovember 30, 2009 at 8:45 PM

    Your post was great Mike, the only thing I noticed missing was a video, but you made up for it in your writing!

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