A picture of the Earth melting would probably make you immediately think of global warming, a house sitting in the middle of outstretched palms makes you think of safety and security, while someone holding a lightbulb represents a brilliant thought, having a “lightbulb” moment; these are all examples of visual metaphors. They are images that represent a relationship between two concept that are usually unrelated, or they simply symbolize a complex idea. Visual metaphors are used in marketing on a regular basis, but they can also transform eLearning subject matter into engaging and emotionally compelling content. In this article, I’ll share 7 ways to achieve this.
Start with a brainstorming chart.Tags: eLearning Design and Development • Graphic Design in eLearning • Graphics in eLearning • Images in eLearning • visual design