Encompass any form of communication that utilizes images, graphics, or other visual elements to convey information
visuals
different types of visual aids (4):
- graphs
- tables
- charts
- illustration
A graphic representation of dang bars for bar graphs, line for line graphs, circles for pie graphs, and picture for pictographs
graphs
Shows rank, levels, procedures, and classification
charts
Contains two columns with heading on the sides (stub), top of the columns to indicate what the table represents (boxhead)
tables
Graphical display of data that continuously changes over a specific period of time
line graph
Is a graphical representation of data that uses bars to compare data according to given categories
bar graph
“Either vertically or horizontally”
bar graph
Is a circular statistical tool
pie graph
Uses portions or slices to represent numerical proportions or percentages of a given whole
pie graph
Illustrates a process or direction of steps
flowchart
Connects boxes w/ solid lines to show direct relationships
organizational chart
Indicates timelines for multi-stepped projects
gantt chart
Used in proposals and progress reports
gantt chart
Condenses and classifies information to make comparisons between and among data
tables
Visualization made by an artist to explain information (drawing, photograph, or collage)
illustration
General steps in Interpreting Visuals (6):
- Read the title and subtitle
- Read the captions, keys, and labels.
- Determine the purpose of the
material - Identify the organization of information
- Analyze the relationship of details
- Make a conclusion about the data
