A diagram is a symbolic representation of information according to some visualization technique . Diagrams have been used since ancient times, but became more prevalent during the Enlightenment .
T he diagram is used as a collective term standing for the whole class of technical genres, technical drawings and tables . This is the genre that shows qualitative data with shapes that are connected by lines, arrows, or other visual links.
“Abstract graphic portrayals of the subject matter they represent" -Lowe ( 1993) “Diagrams are simplified figures, caricatures in a way, intended to convey essential meaning“ - Hall's (1996)
“Diagrams are pictorial, yet abstract, representations of information, and maps, line graphs, bar charts, engineering blueprints, and architects' sketches are all examples of diagrams, whereas photographs and video are not“ -Anderson ( 1997)
Essence of A D iagram: a form of visual formatting devices a display that does not show quantitative data (numerical data), but rather relationships and abstract information with building blocks such as geometrical shapes connected by lines, arrows, or other visual links.
Kinds of Diagram Typical or Symbolic Diagram represent an object or idea through the characteristic or features of a particular type.
Kinds of Diagram Typical or Symbolic Diagram
Kinds of Diagram Typical or Symbolic Diagram
Kinds of Diagram Process Diagram implies a flow or activity as well as an orderly sequence of separate steps. It is a systematic series of action directed to some end, also a specific continuous action or a series of changes.
Kinds of Diagram Process Diagram
Kinds of Diagram Process Diagram
Kinds of Diagram Technical Diagram is used to explain such things or it lays out the electric circuits, construction specification and the like.
Kinds of Diagram Technical Diagram
Kinds of Diagram Technical Diagram
Kinds of Diagram Area Diagram is used to emphasize general ideas rather than to show small details.
Kinds of Diagram Area Diagram
Kinds of Diagram Area Diagram
Kinds of Diagram Area Diagram
Other Kinds of Diagram Cycle Diagram shows how items are related to one another in a repeating cycle. Use a cycle diagram when there is no beginning and no end to a repeating process.
Other Kinds of Diagram Cycle Diagram
Other Kinds of Diagram Cycle Diagram
Other Kinds of Diagram Decision Diagram is a decision support tool that uses a tree-like graph or model of decisions and their possible consequences, including chance event outcomes, resource costs, and utility
Other Kinds of Diagram Decision Diagram
Other Kinds of Diagram Decision Diagram
Other Kinds of Diagram Comparison Diagram in which a comparison is made between two or more objects, phenomena or groups of data which can offer qualitative and/or quantitative information.
Other Kinds of Diagram Comparison Diagram
Other Kinds of Diagram Comparison Diagram
A Standard of Good Diagram 1. It must be technically correct. It must be accurately and neatly drawn in proper proportion and suitably and completely titled, labeled and explained. Nothing can be left to the imagination. 2. It has to be artistic because it must command the pupils/students respect and this encourage the development of a favorable mindset towards it.
Advantage of Using Diagram Ideas are simple through the use of symbols Illustrations are clear It shows things that can not bring in the school It shows the real form of an object
Disadvantage of Using Diagram Students can be confused with the variety of symbols. Background is necessary for both teacher and the student to fully understand very detailed. Effective only if the feature being presented to is clearly illustrated.
POSTER
Poster is a visual combination of bold design, color and message which intended to catch and hold the attention of the passers-by long enough to implant a significant idea in his mind.
The poster’s role is to quickly implant in the viewer’s mind or to make him recall a single important idea. It must have a strong eye appeal if it is to attract attention and have enough holding power.
Guidelines for Poster Preparation The title should be visible from 10-15 feet away The information should be laid out in such a way that it is obvious where to start viewing the poster and how the information into the poster and how the information flows.
Guidelines for Poster Preparation Don’t try to pack too much information into the poster. Vary the size and the design of the components on the poster. Emphasize the most important information with the larger font size or with catchy color.
Guidelines for Poster Preparation Make sure photos are large enough to be clearly read and pertinent information is identifiable. Avoid unnecessary details.
Characteristics of Poster Brief text Dramatic simplicity Appropriateness Attractiveness Well organized ( design and color) Self- Explanatory
Examples of Poster
Examples of Poster
Purpose s of Poster To inform To promote To remind To Move/Campaign
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