Visual Words

This week, we were asked to take a look at a number of visualization resources, and choose one to create our own product or provide a review. I used a site called Tagul, which I had never used before. It was so easy-to-use, and the product comes out looking great.

It’s funny because these are things that I would see other people make, but never thought I could do myself. However, using Tagul shows just how simple it is. You can choose provided shapes or upload one of your own. Then, all you need to do is input words that are important to your idea and change the font and color.

Instead of just writing a paragraph about being a teacher, I was able to put my words into a picture, which, I think, makes so much more of an impact on an audience. There is something special about looking at a picture. The viewer is engaged and asked to come to their own conclusions about what is being said.

Using Tagul was a great little exercise, and I would encourage everyone to give it a try.