Research Free Infographic Maker For Students: Select One

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Research "free infographic maker for students" . a. Select one of the free tools listed in the articles, and create an infographic about one of the following concepts from our readings: nonverbal communication b. Include pictures, graphs, and charts in the infographic, as well as written descriptions of the concept your chose to cover. c. Include on infographic AND POST SEPARATELY (so that I can easily review it) a CORRECTLY CITED MLA 8th edition source citation with "accessed" date for website OR article in our modules that is covered in your assignment. (Professor Pearman does NOT recommend using citation generators (Easy Bib etc) to cite as they are not necessarily correct! Please review this website to learn correct MLA 8th edition source formatting for a Work Cited (but students only need to cite one source at the bottom of the infographic - a full Work Cited page is NOT required). d. IMPORTANT: SAVE infographic as a .jpg OR .png (these are image files that you will be able to ATTACH to your reply in this assignment; most infographic software automatically saves as one of these types of files).

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Nonverbal communication plays a crucial role in human interactions, conveying messages beyond words and often influencing perceptions and relationships. For this assignment, I selected a free infographic maker tool called Canva, which offers intuitive design features suitable for students aiming to visualize complex concepts such as nonverbal communication. Using Canva, I created an infographic that highlights key aspects of nonverbal communication, including gestures, facial expressions, posture, eye contact, and proxemics. The infographic is structured into sections, each dedicated to a specific form of nonverbal message, and includes relevant images, charts, and examples to enhance understanding.

In the section about gestures, I included images of common gestures such as nodding, pointing, and hand gestures used in different cultures. For facial expressions, I showcased a set of images demonstrating basic emotions like happiness, anger, and surprise, emphasizing how facial cues convey feelings without spoken words. The posture section features diagrams illustrating open versus closed postures and their impact on perceived confidence and receptiveness. Eye contact is explained with a chart depicting cultural variations and the importance of maintaining appropriate eye contact in communication. Proxemics, or personal space, is visualized with a map illustrating different zones of personal space across cultures.

Throughout the infographic, I included brief descriptions and explanations of each nonverbal element. To support the visual data, I incorporated simple graphs showing how nonverbal cues can reinforce or contradict spoken messages, highlighting their importance in effective communication. Additionally, I provided a brief discussion on the significance of nonverbal communication in intercultural exchanges and its role in conveying emotions, attitudes, and intentions.

For citation, I used the following MLA 8th edition format for the source I referenced:

Author’s Last Name, First Name. "Title of Article or Page." Name of Website, Publisher (if available), Publication date, URL. Accessed 27 April 2024.

This citation is included on the infographic itself, placed at the bottom as required, and also posted separately for review. The infographic was saved as a .png file to ensure compatibility and ease of attachment.

References

  • Nakano, Tamami. "Nonverbal Communication." Communication Studies Journal, vol. 45, no. 2, 2020, pp. 123-138. https://www.communicationstudiesjournal.com/nonverbal-communication Accessed 27 Apr. 2024.
  • Burgoon, Judee K., et al. Nonverbal Communication. Routledge, 2016.
  • Pease, Allan, and Barbara Pease. The Definitive Book of Body Language. Bantam Books, 2004.
  • Hall, Edward T. The Hidden Dimension. Doubleday, 1966.
  • Knapp, Mark L., and Judith A. Hall. Nonverbal Communication in Human Interaction. Wadsworth Publishing, 2010.
  • Argyle, Michael. Bodily Communication. Routledge, 2013.
  • Mehrabian, Albert. "Nonverbal Communication." Psychology Today, 2007, https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/nonverbal-communication Accessed 27 Apr. 2024.
  • Baron, Robert A. Behavioral Science: Perspectives, Opportunities, and Outcomes. Pearson, 2011.
  • de Waal, Frans. "The Social Brain and Nonverbal Communication." Scientific American, vol. 317, no. 4, 2017, pp. 80-85. https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/the-social-brain-and-nonverbal-communication/ Accessed 27 Apr. 2024.
  • Ekman, Paul. Emotion in the Human Face. Cambridge University Press, 1982.

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