Incorporation of Visuals into Reports
Directions
Using two visuals (one "stolen" researched one and one that you create on your own (chart/graph/diagram), perform the steps of visual incorporation as discussed in the module's lecture two times total, once for each visual. Also, create a list of illustrations for your two visuals. Please read the steps carefully for tips.
Step 1: Find one researched visual that pertains to your report’s purpose.
Step 2: Write a heading for the section in which the image would appear. (Tip: Insert a text box for heading. Use Wrap Text feature for formatting.)
Step 3: Then, write the copy section (aka “chunk” or “paragraph”) above or to the left of the image that describes the picture and your point. Include a signal phrase in this copy. (Tip: To develop this paragraph’s content, breakdown the visual’s information using specific analysis. If you are looking at numbers, give a full, complete explanation of the numbers. Don’t simply summarize in the paragraph. TECH TIP: Insert a text box for the copy. Use Wrap Text feature for formatting.)
Step 4: Title your picture (placement=your CONSISTENT choice). Add a figure # and caption that reflects your report’s slant/purpose below your image. Keep items consistent with all other images and figures. (Tip: Remember, caption text boxes should be the same size as the visual and the font should be significantly smaller than the font of your paragraph.)
NOW REPEAT THE PROCESS FOR THE NEXT VISUAL.
Step 5: Once you completed the “researched” visual incorporation, create a chart/graph using numbers you have researched about your topic. Play with various graph options in Word.
Step 6: Write a heading.
Step 7: Write a copy and signal phrase for the graph.
Step 8: Add a title (placement=your choice, consistent with prior title placement), figure #, and caption that reflects your report’s slant/purpose for the graph. Keep items consistent.
Step 9: Be sure to title and label all parts of the chart/graph.
Step 10: Create a mini “List of Illustrations” using both visuals. Include the figure number of your visual and title of your visual. Also, make up page numbers for these visuals.
Examples and additional sources please see the attachment.