Instructor Toolkit: Create a Digital Assignment

Infographics are graphic visual representations of information, data or knowledge intended to present complex information quickly and clearly. Similarly, a good digital poster presents information clearly, but doesn't draw on data. Apply graphic design principles and use free tools like Canva or Piktochart to create your digital project.

Skill Level: Beginner to intermediate 

Length: 1-3 pages, sizes and dimensions vary 

Weighting: 10%-30% 

Best for  

• Presenting data to a specific audience
• Reflection
• Lists

Limitations

• Depending on the platform, limitations to file export type.
• Depending on the platform, limitations on access to graphics/icon libraries.

Sample learning outcomes

• Design an accessible and engaging poster to communicate the results of a research study. 
• Rewrite and redesign an existing infographic using principles of graphic design and data visualization.  

Key creative steps

• Topic and brainstorm 
• Storyboard your ideas 
• Draft design 
• Peer feedback 
• Revise design 
• Publishing 

Data Resource Centre

The Data Resource Centre in the library can assist students with gathering, finding and analyzing their data.

Canva 

Unfortunately, the library does not have institutional subscriptions to these tools. However, the free version offers a lot of options and flexibility for students. See the library's help guide for Canva for more information.