Visual Storytelling & Using Images to Teach Concepts
The process of communicating ideas or information using images, videos, charts, and other visual elements.
Visual storytelling
Arranging information in a logical order so learners can follow ideas step by step.
Sequence and flow
Presenting content in a clear and easy-to-understand way without removing its main meaning.
Simplifying information
The main reason visual storytelling is effective:the human brain processes these faster than text.
Images / Visuals
Visual elements like these are used to guide the viewer’s eyes from one step to another.
Arrows
Breaking content into smaller sections or steps to make it easier to understand and remember.
Chunking
A visual tool that shows data or changes over time, such as global temperature increase.
Line graph
A layout strategy that shows progression using steps such as 1, 2, and 3.
Numbered stages / Step-by-step process
Simple visual symbols that represent ideas or actions, such as a light bulb for key ideas.
Icons
A teaching strategy that uses pictures, diagrams, maps, or charts to make lessons easier to understand.
Using images to teach concepts or Visual learning
The design principle that organizes elements to show which information is most important.
Visual hierarchy
Visual tools like flowcharts, concept maps, or timelines that show relationships or processes.
Diagrams
One major learning benefit of visual storytelling that helps students remember information longer.
Memory retention
(Acceptable: Better understanding / Improved recall)
This design technique uses larger text to make titles or key ideas stand out first.
Size
A visual element used to highlight important information, group related ideas, and create hierarchy.
Color