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ToolPublication 2020Benefits of Drawing to Learn: A Primer
What are the benefits of drawing, sketchnoting, and visual notetaking? For many students, taking pen …
What are the benefits of drawing, sketchnoting, and visual notetaking? For many students, taking pen to paper makes learning tangible and personal. Visualization, in particular, helps synthesize complex information or illuminate unexpected connections impossible by text alone. To support educators interested in learning more, the Global Health Education and Learning Incubator at Harvard University (GHELI) has curated a few short, open access articles and blog posts that delve into “how” and “why” drawing and visual…
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ToolPublication 2020Word Cloud and Infographic: Tools and Techniques
When it comes to presenting a “snapshot” of information, word clouds and infographics are especially …
When it comes to presenting a “snapshot” of information, word clouds and infographics are especially useful for the economical use of text, visuals, and space. Word clouds can capture big picture trends, priorities, and feedback. Infographics can distill data into succinct stories, in a way that text alone can’t communicate. A variety of digital tools exist to virtually design word clouds and infographics that can be shared in multiple formats. The Global Health Education and…
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ToolPublication 2020Mind Mapping: Tools and Techniques
Mind maps are a wonderful tool to capture, develop, and share ideas visually. These graphical …
Mind maps are a wonderful tool to capture, develop, and share ideas visually. These graphical representations often convey relationships between ideas, support retention of concepts, encourage creative flow, and facilitate team collaboration. The Global Health Education and Learning Incubator at Harvard University (GHELI) has curated a few, free tools to design virtual mind maps, including links and brief descriptions for easy access. These resources could be leveraged in the classroom, hybrid, or online learning environments,…
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ToolPublication 2020Sketchnoting: Tools and Techniques
One doesn’t need to identify as an artist for sketchnotes and visualization to be an …
One doesn’t need to identify as an artist for sketchnotes and visualization to be an integral part of one’s learning toolbox. Taking pen to paper makes learning tangible and personal. Visualization, in particular, helps synthesize complex information or illuminate unexpected connections impossible by text alone. Like any skill, however, sketchnotes require a little experimentation, patience, and practice. Over time, learners can develop unique visual “vocabularies” for communicating ideas across communities, across identities, and across disciplines.…
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ToolPublication 2020Sketchnote Supplies: Tools and Techniques
Sketchnotes are a great, refreshing approach to get creative with teaching and learning styles, and …
Sketchnotes are a great, refreshing approach to get creative with teaching and learning styles, and a way to expand one’s toolkit for how to present and share information. The Global Health Education and Learning Incubator at Harvard University has a curated some favorite tools to help educators and learners start their personal sketchnote exploration. The Global Health Education and Learning Incubator at Harvard University supports interdisciplinary education about world health through the production, curation, and…
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