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Enhancing Learning Through Effective Use of Graphics and Images

Research shows that combining text with graphics significantly enhances learning by actively engaging learners. Images influence our emotions and enable the brain to process information more efficiently than text alone. This guide explores where to find shareable images, explains the importance of attributing ownership, and provides resources for using Creative Commons images. Learn how to incorporate visual elements into your educational materials to create more impactful learning experiences. Discover simple steps for modifying images to suit your needs.

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Enhancing Learning Through Effective Use of Graphics and Images

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  1. Resource Development @ OTEN

  2. Why bother fiddling with graphics? • Research tells us that: • Learning is most effective when the content and format actively engage the learner. • Images have a powerful influence us on our emotions • The use of both words and pictures lets the brain process more information. Words and pictures are better than words alone. http://s4.brainpop.com/new_common_images/files/76/76426_BrainPOP_White_Paper-20090426.pdf http://ipadeducators.ning.com/profiles/blogs/using-images-as-a-powerful http://www.presentationmagazine.com/visual-communication-of-information-853.htm

  3. Which presentation do you prefer?

  4. Where can I get images? • 1. Graphics in your learning resources • For ideas on where you can find shareable images, how to attribute ownership of shared content and the importance of permissions, and more…. • http://ecommunities.tafensw.edu.au/course/view.php?id=27&topic=14 • 2. Creative Commons images • http://search.creativecommons.org/

  5. Here’s something I downloaded earlier… http://www.flickr.com/photos/nicogenin/3988130820/sizes/z/in/photostream/

  6. She’s way too plain - let’s Fotoflex her!(as long a she is a .jpg, .gif or .png image)

  7. Fotoflexing – easy steps 1. Click Get started 2. Upload photo

  8. Fotoflexing for Geeks • Check out YouTube tutorials such as: • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zqosyb-PYKw • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f9BkgkoNifc&feature=related • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ALVzLhu9F1A&playnext=1&list=PL89EDCD2F17F566D1 GAGA warning on some of these Youtubes! http://www.flickr.com/photos/7477245@N05/6018902405/sizes/m/in/photostream/

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