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An online magazine by Bovee & Thill, authors of the leading textbooks in business communication and business writing, published by Pearson, featuring resources about visual communication, data visualization, including graphic design, photography, and presentations. For more information about Bovee & Thill's texts and their exclusive, superior coverage of visual communication, visit http://boveeandthillbusinesscommunicationblog.com. For instructor examination copies, go to http://blog.businesscommunicationnetwork.com/texts. To find your local sales representative, go to http://www.pearsonhighered.com/educator/replocator. To contact the authors, use this form: https://businesscommunicationnetwork.com/contact-us/. To get a free Comprehensive Guide to Business Communication Instructional Resources, visit http://blog.businesscommunicationnetwork.com/resources. Subscribe to a free weekly newsletter of new posts to all 11 of Bovee & Thill's Online Magazines: http://sco.lt/8kgeVV.
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How to Mess Up a Bar Chart

How to Mess Up a Bar Chart | Teaching Visual Communication in a Business Communication Course | Scoop.it

Karen Lopez at InfoAdvisors sent in what she calls "the stupidest bar chart of 2011" (link), showing us that one can mess up bar charts too. This chart originally came from an infographic (link) published by Klout, which is a . . .

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Ultimate Guide to Business Cards

Ultimate Guide to Business Cards | Teaching Visual Communication in a Business Communication Course | Scoop.it
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Color Meanings by Culture

Color Meanings by Culture | Teaching Visual Communication in a Business Communication Course | Scoop.it

What do various colors mean in other cultures? How does the meaning vary from culture to culture?

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Thinking Visually

Effective communication is everyone’s job—whether you are trying to sell in a concept or convince a client.


Visual Thinking can help us take in complex information and synthesize it into something important.

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So You Need a Typeface

So You Need a Typeface | Teaching Visual Communication in a Business Communication Course | Scoop.it

This infographic offers a flowchart for choosing an appropriate typeface (font) depending on the type of application and aesthetic preference.

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The Power of Infographics

The Power of Infographics | Teaching Visual Communication in a Business Communication Course | Scoop.it

Infographics present brand journalists with an opportunity to deliver knowledge and ideas in a manner that can be quickly consumed, understood and remembered. . .

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Ultimate Guide to Business Cards

Ultimate Guide to Business Cards | Teaching Visual Communication in a Business Communication Course | Scoop.it
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The Infographic of Infographics: How Infographics Are Made

The Infographic of Infographics: How Infographics Are Made | Teaching Visual Communication in a Business Communication Course | Scoop.it

Infographics are so popular now that there's a very meta infographic--on infographics. Check out this image by Ivan Cash for some statistics on their design and content.


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The Anatomy of an Effective Web Design

The Anatomy of an Effective Web Design | Teaching Visual Communication in a Business Communication Course | Scoop.it

A web design is made up of various components, all working together to accomplish a goal - whether it be building a community or selling a product.


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The 50 Coolest Logos You’ll See This Year

The 50 Coolest Logos You’ll See This Year | Teaching Visual Communication in a Business Communication Course | Scoop.it

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What Is HTML5?

What Is HTML5? | Teaching Visual Communication in a Business Communication Course | Scoop.it

HTML5 is being developed as the next major revision of HTML. This code can now be used for new functions that can benefit developers and internet users. HTML5 . . .


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3 Tips on Creating Effective Infographics

3 Tips on Creating Effective Infographics | Teaching Visual Communication in a Business Communication Course | Scoop.it

Infographics are a great way to not only quickly explain a complicated idea or huge amount of information, but also grab your readers’ attention and engage them in a topic that might be dry or overly complex.


Easier said than done. An effective infographic must be created with a purpose in mind. You don’t want to end up with just a pretty picture – it really needs to help explain the information you are presenting. An infographic that is both engaging and useful combines visual interest, theme, detail, meaning and action—all in a single glance.


Use the following three tips to ensure that your infographics pop. . .

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The Value of Data Visualization

The Value of Data Visualization | Teaching Visual Communication in a Business Communication Course | Scoop.it

This video explains the value of data visualization.

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29 Commandments for the 21st Century Human

To survive in the 21st century you need to be able to think, select and act independently, creatively. Here are 29 great ways to stay or become more creative and independent in these fast-changing times.


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How to Create a Video Infographic

How to Create a Video Infographic | Teaching Visual Communication in a Business Communication Course | Scoop.it

By definition, a video infographic is a visual representation of data and knowledge in the form of an online video.

 

It’s content marketing in a unique, high impact form. A video infographic hits the audience with morsels of high-value information, which, after viewing for as little as 90 seconds, could improve their perspective on the subject matter.

 

Because it’s an entertaining combination of audio and visuals, viewers are more likely to make an emotional connection to the message and are more likely to respond to it, share it with friends and colleagues, and even view it multiple times.


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The Designer's Toolkit

The Designer's Toolkit | Teaching Visual Communication in a Business Communication Course | Scoop.it
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The Psychology of Color

The Psychology of Color | Teaching Visual Communication in a Business Communication Course | Scoop.it

One of the most fascinating and overlooked elements web designers tend to overlook is the influence of color on their website visitors. While a color palette may look visually pleasing, is it psychologically pleasing? When you go to design your next website pay special attention to your color choices and what they actually mean. To help you out with that we have created this beautiful infographic. . .


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Examples and Best Practices for Infographics

Examples and Best Practices for Infographics | Teaching Visual Communication in a Business Communication Course | Scoop.it

Information graphics or infographics are visual representations of information, data, or knowledge.


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Web Design Evolution: Two Decades of Innovation

Web Design Evolution: Two Decades of Innovation | Teaching Visual Communication in a Business Communication Course | Scoop.it

Here's an infographic that takes you on a tour of web design, starting with its humble beginnings two decades ago, and bringing you up to the present day.


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Photographer’s Life Through the Lens

Photographer’s Life Through the Lens | Teaching Visual Communication in a Business Communication Course | Scoop.it

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Life in the Year 2050, According to American Public - Infographic Example

Life in the Year 2050, According to American Public - Infographic Example | Teaching Visual Communication in a Business Communication Course | Scoop.it

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