Information is Beautiful

Many students and teachers learn best visually. Some of us just need to be able to "see" it in order for a concept to sink in. Information is Beautiful displays data in visual form which is just what the doctor ordered for visual learners? These infographics help viewers to make connections between related concepts. The general subject areas range from health to government to economics to science and more. This site can be used to teach data and the display of data graphically. Try assigning groups of students to choose a graphic and report to the class on how the data was made more meaningful by using the graphics that were chosen. You may also want to share this link as a research tool for debates or presentations on science or social studies topics. Discuss the science, history, or math behind the data collected. Discuss other information and ways of presenting the information in order to create a more interesting graphic. This infographics found at Information is Beautiful can spark conversation and creativity in your students.