Blog 2: Why is it important to understand the importance of symbolism of images?

It is important to learn how to read images in order to understand the basics of symbolism images that are used to direct us in day to day life. As a large percentage of the human brain is dedicated to visual processing providing visual content is one of the best ways to keep people engaged and interested especially in today’s society where more and more people are beginning to have short attention spans. As everyone is different and their learning styles vary from each individual, visuals help create a better sense of understanding by providing an image in which is universally understood regardless of learning styles ( “ The Power of Visuals in E-learning”, 2017). It is important to understand symbolism of images as it can also help educate and stimulate young children, it has been proven that images, diagrams and figures as well as other visual methods make the learning process become more fluid. As a pre-service teacher I believe that it is critical that students are learning about symbols at a young age, as I think it can firstly allow them to recognising images and will help them associate that image to a particular scenario or topic. In regards to the image creation for the game, as the game is based around the Solar System and it’s planets the image attached to this post shows what I have created as a part of the game. Created using the website Canva well known graphics design platform, this image has been manipulated slightly and also has included a quote by the well known Theoretical Physicist Stephen Hawking to fit the intended purpose of the game. In terms of education specifically science with regards to the game, I consider imagery to be one of the most powerful tools when it comes to helping the children make sense of complex topics. The images displayed will in turn contribute to the story-telling process which is what ultimately makes science engaging and fun for the children.  

                ( Designed by Clarissa Chia. Created through Canva - https://www.canva.com) 

References:

Amazingly Simple Graphic Design Software – Canva. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.canva.com

Accessed date: 5/09/2018

The Power Of Visuals In E-Learning. (2017). Retrieved from https://www.digitalistmag.com/future-of-work/2017/05/02/power-of-visuals-in-e-learning-05055130

Accessed date: 5/09/2018