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Tyson Seburn
Tyson Seburn

This is the most recent version of the talk I've given over several years on the Visualiser role in Academic Reading Circles.

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A higher level texts best friend
Visuals for texts On July 15, Lou and I literally stopped to smell the flowers. Who is Lou? What does literally mean? What were we doing?
stop to smell the flowers literally
problematisation Higher level texts (lower too?) contain challenging concepts for students to fully grasp. Surface level vocabulary understanding Text-text-text monotony Main point / supporting points lost in text Deeper level cultural references
plan 1. Pedagogical purpose Decorative vs utility-based use 2. Utility-based visuals 3. Problematic issues with sourcing visuals 4. Implications of learner-sourced visuals
A higher level texts best friend
Illuminating a text concept with visuals Members of the National Trust have given their support to its leadership amid claims it has Disneyfied its properties with innovations such as guides dressed in period costume. (Howie & Sawer, 2010) Can an Ancient Chinese City Pursue Preservation Without Disney-fication? (Bruno, 2012) The sterile Disneyfication process is a top-down approach advised by the then prime minister, now President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. The first stage of the Tarlabasi project designated 278 buildings in nine blocks as a renewal zone in February 2006. (Tremblay, 2015) That brings me back to the Disneyfication of Christmas. I remember watching a cartoon I think it was the Jetsons Christmas and thinking heaven help us if we do get to travel to other planets and this is the tripe we bring with us. (Walker, n.d.)
What characteristics do you think of for Disney?
Visuals for texts Figure 3: Stewie tries to kill Lois (Source: Family Guy, 2007) References: Goodman, D. (Writer), & Colton, G. (Director). (2007). Lois Kills Stewie [Television series episode]. Family Guy. Los Angeles: Fox Broadcasting Company. In my paper: Figure 3 demonstrates a fight scene between Stewie and his mother, Lois. Stewie hates his mother and tries to kill her, but in this scene she is fighting back finally. This animation is very violent and unexpected for cartoon. A quick video sample: https://youtu.be/bkXuuE9kCL4
Visuals for texts Figure 4: Road to the Multiverse (Source: Family Guy, 2009) References: Wild, W. (Writer), & Colton, G. (Director). (2009). Road to the Multiverse [Television series episode]. Family Guy. Los Angeles: Fox Broadcasting Company. In my paper: In Figure 4, Stewie and his family are drawn like Disney characters in one of the universes explored in this episode. Their eyes are bright and all characters appear friendly. A quick video sample: https://youtu.be/1EFA5p4WwXQ
Visual considerations The role has the following duties: Organise information from the text graphically to help others understand it in a different way, such as: a photo that truly represent the feeling or aspect of the text a satirical cartoon (i.e. political cartoon) a timeline of relevant events a chart of information (e.g. pie chart, bar graph, line graph, etc.) an infographic
Visualiser in ARC Key considerations when selecting visuals: What concept in the text does the visual help explain? Does the photo elaborate beyond vocabulary alone? Where does the visual come from?
Do these visuals illuminate a text concept or not?
Notwithstanding the purported goal of establishing state neutrality, the proposed [Quebec] Charter of Values would not require removal of the religious symbols [except those] that are considered emblematic of Quebecs cultural heritage (Leddy, 2013, para. 3).
Visuals for texts Source: http://www.ottawasun.com/2013/12/15/quebec-nationalist-group-claims-francophobia-on-the-rise/
Visuals for texts Source: http://riotwire.com/cartoon/10-faqs-on-the-quebec-charter-of-values-faq/
As towns increasingly compete with one another to attract investment, the presence of good parks, squares, gardens and other public spaces becomes a vital business and marketing tool: companies are attracted to locations that offer well- designed, well-managed public places and these in turn attract customers, employees and services (Wooley et al, 2004, pg. 3).
Visuals for texts Source: Wooley et al (2014, p. 4) Source: Wooley et al (2014, pg. 3)
Are these visuals appropriate for the chosen text?
Attempting to improve Jarvis Street as a cultural corridor with an emphasis on its historical significance, Toronto approved new sidewalks, trees, and curbside bicycle lanes. City cyclists declared victory even though the lanes themselves included mere painted borders and chevrons. Legally sharing the road between motorists and cyclists was in fact short-lived. Despite protests, just 18 months later, a new City council led by Mayor Rob war on the car Ford, passed a vote by a very close margin to remove the bike lanes to the sum of $272,000 (a $186,000 difference above the cost of installation). Seburn, T. (2015). Academic Reading Circles. The round.
Visuals for texts
Implications for learner-sourcing Reinforces reflection on what is challenging to understand Practices digital literacy skills Promotes understanding through teaching/explaining to others Applies to written use of visual data
Visuals for texts Process Handout V Visualiser Main role: Organise or locate related information from the reading graphically (e.g. chart, timeline, meaningful photo, video clip, art, political cartoon, etc.) to help others understand it in a visual way. Preparation Find or create 2 distinctly different graphics. Keep record of where you got them. Explain how these graphical representations are relevant a specific concept in the text. In-class discussion Introduced each graphic to group in terms of source, why it was chosen and how it specifically relates to the reading content. Explain how the sources of these graphics are relevant to the text themes. Both graphical representations A short description of the visual and its relationship to text concept In-text and bibliographic reference
Visuals for texts Key considerations for learner- sourced visuals for texts 1. Meaningful for one concept 2. Visually informative 3. Promotes communication and negotiation of meaning 4. Reliable as appropriate
Learner-sourced Visuals When learner-sourced, accountability, literacy skills, and writing practice increase. 1. Describe whats happening in the visual. 2. Connects to a text concept & refer to area of the text. 3. Explain how it improves your understanding of that text concept. 4. Cite source information in APA referencing style.
What might this visual explain? Morrison (2013, para. 15) reports that smoker can cost employers much more money and less productivity than non- smokers and he shows the truth that after Momentous Crops adopts the non-smoker policy, the cost of the health care and premiums becomes lower than before. Figure # (Cain, 2013, November 1) is about the comparison on the cost and insurance premium between smokers and non-smoker in Australia. This infographic demonstrates the plenty of data on the life insurance, which is a consideration when hire a employee, and it gives a relevant evidence to prove the point that Morrison states in the text.
What might this visual explain? German Speaking Population in Europe. (2014). OneEurope. Retrieved 15 April 2016, from http://one-europe.info/eurographics/german-speaking-population-in- europe Fishman (1999) uses the terms global, regional, and local languages. He suggests that trades and market communications will increase using regional languages. Figure # shows that German can be a regional language of Europe because people in neighbour countries might use it on communications more and more for business and trade.
What might this visual explain? Spichtinger (2002, p. 94- 95) argues that English as a medium of instruction programs make impact on students in universities, like Vienna. As a result, he argues that more English programs must be created. The courses can help students understand lectures and reading. In this Figure #, it demonstrates a dramatic increase, which is about Spichtingers point. Neghina, C. (2016). English-Taught Masters Programmes in Europe. Study Portals. Retrieved 15 April 2016, from http://www.studyportals.com/intelligence/english-taught-masters-programs-in- europe/
What might this visual explain? Figure # symbolizes the result of interracial couple in the future. Their skin tone, their eye color as well as their lip shape all suggest a that their born from a complex mixture of multiple distinctive individuals. The picture is very illustrative of how Hune-Brown (2014, p. 63) shows that Torontos society in particular in moving towards a one skin toned society. National Geographic Determined What Americans Will Look Like in 2050, and It's Beautiful. (2014). Mic. Retrieved 15 April 2016, from http://mic.com/articles/87359/national-geographic-determined-what-americans-will- look-like-in-2050-and-it-s-beautiful#.xrRjNyPW6
Visualiser Role Academic Reading Circles Amazon $33.95 bit.ly/arc-book Info site arc.fourc.ca
Lou thanks you. Tyson Seburn tyson.seburn@utoronto.ca @seburnt / fourc.ca

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  • 1. A higher level texts best friend
  • 2. Visuals for texts On July 15, Lou and I literally stopped to smell the flowers. Who is Lou? What does literally mean? What were we doing?
  • 3. stop to smell the flowers literally
  • 4. problematisation Higher level texts (lower too?) contain challenging concepts for students to fully grasp. Surface level vocabulary understanding Text-text-text monotony Main point / supporting points lost in text Deeper level cultural references
  • 5. plan 1. Pedagogical purpose Decorative vs utility-based use 2. Utility-based visuals 3. Problematic issues with sourcing visuals 4. Implications of learner-sourced visuals
  • 6. A higher level texts best friend
  • 7. Illuminating a text concept with visuals Members of the National Trust have given their support to its leadership amid claims it has Disneyfied its properties with innovations such as guides dressed in period costume. (Howie & Sawer, 2010) Can an Ancient Chinese City Pursue Preservation Without Disney-fication? (Bruno, 2012) The sterile Disneyfication process is a top-down approach advised by the then prime minister, now President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. The first stage of the Tarlabasi project designated 278 buildings in nine blocks as a renewal zone in February 2006. (Tremblay, 2015) That brings me back to the Disneyfication of Christmas. I remember watching a cartoon I think it was the Jetsons Christmas and thinking heaven help us if we do get to travel to other planets and this is the tripe we bring with us. (Walker, n.d.)
  • 8. What characteristics do you think of for Disney?
  • 9. Visuals for texts Figure 3: Stewie tries to kill Lois (Source: Family Guy, 2007) References: Goodman, D. (Writer), & Colton, G. (Director). (2007). Lois Kills Stewie [Television series episode]. Family Guy. Los Angeles: Fox Broadcasting Company. In my paper: Figure 3 demonstrates a fight scene between Stewie and his mother, Lois. Stewie hates his mother and tries to kill her, but in this scene she is fighting back finally. This animation is very violent and unexpected for cartoon. A quick video sample: https://youtu.be/bkXuuE9kCL4
  • 10. Visuals for texts Figure 4: Road to the Multiverse (Source: Family Guy, 2009) References: Wild, W. (Writer), & Colton, G. (Director). (2009). Road to the Multiverse [Television series episode]. Family Guy. Los Angeles: Fox Broadcasting Company. In my paper: In Figure 4, Stewie and his family are drawn like Disney characters in one of the universes explored in this episode. Their eyes are bright and all characters appear friendly. A quick video sample: https://youtu.be/1EFA5p4WwXQ
  • 11. Visual considerations The role has the following duties: Organise information from the text graphically to help others understand it in a different way, such as: a photo that truly represent the feeling or aspect of the text a satirical cartoon (i.e. political cartoon) a timeline of relevant events a chart of information (e.g. pie chart, bar graph, line graph, etc.) an infographic
  • 12. Visualiser in ARC Key considerations when selecting visuals: What concept in the text does the visual help explain? Does the photo elaborate beyond vocabulary alone? Where does the visual come from?
  • 13. Do these visuals illuminate a text concept or not?
  • 14. Notwithstanding the purported goal of establishing state neutrality, the proposed [Quebec] Charter of Values would not require removal of the religious symbols [except those] that are considered emblematic of Quebecs cultural heritage (Leddy, 2013, para. 3).
  • 15. Visuals for texts Source: http://www.ottawasun.com/2013/12/15/quebec-nationalist-group-claims-francophobia-on-the-rise/
  • 16. Visuals for texts Source: http://riotwire.com/cartoon/10-faqs-on-the-quebec-charter-of-values-faq/
  • 17. As towns increasingly compete with one another to attract investment, the presence of good parks, squares, gardens and other public spaces becomes a vital business and marketing tool: companies are attracted to locations that offer well- designed, well-managed public places and these in turn attract customers, employees and services (Wooley et al, 2004, pg. 3).
  • 18. Visuals for texts Source: Wooley et al (2014, p. 4) Source: Wooley et al (2014, pg. 3)
  • 19. Are these visuals appropriate for the chosen text?
  • 20. Attempting to improve Jarvis Street as a cultural corridor with an emphasis on its historical significance, Toronto approved new sidewalks, trees, and curbside bicycle lanes. City cyclists declared victory even though the lanes themselves included mere painted borders and chevrons. Legally sharing the road between motorists and cyclists was in fact short-lived. Despite protests, just 18 months later, a new City council led by Mayor Rob war on the car Ford, passed a vote by a very close margin to remove the bike lanes to the sum of $272,000 (a $186,000 difference above the cost of installation). Seburn, T. (2015). Academic Reading Circles. The round.
  • 22. Implications for learner-sourcing Reinforces reflection on what is challenging to understand Practices digital literacy skills Promotes understanding through teaching/explaining to others Applies to written use of visual data
  • 23. Visuals for texts Process Handout V Visualiser Main role: Organise or locate related information from the reading graphically (e.g. chart, timeline, meaningful photo, video clip, art, political cartoon, etc.) to help others understand it in a visual way. Preparation Find or create 2 distinctly different graphics. Keep record of where you got them. Explain how these graphical representations are relevant a specific concept in the text. In-class discussion Introduced each graphic to group in terms of source, why it was chosen and how it specifically relates to the reading content. Explain how the sources of these graphics are relevant to the text themes. Both graphical representations A short description of the visual and its relationship to text concept In-text and bibliographic reference
  • 24. Visuals for texts Key considerations for learner- sourced visuals for texts 1. Meaningful for one concept 2. Visually informative 3. Promotes communication and negotiation of meaning 4. Reliable as appropriate
  • 25. Learner-sourced Visuals When learner-sourced, accountability, literacy skills, and writing practice increase. 1. Describe whats happening in the visual. 2. Connects to a text concept & refer to area of the text. 3. Explain how it improves your understanding of that text concept. 4. Cite source information in APA referencing style.
  • 26. What might this visual explain? Morrison (2013, para. 15) reports that smoker can cost employers much more money and less productivity than non- smokers and he shows the truth that after Momentous Crops adopts the non-smoker policy, the cost of the health care and premiums becomes lower than before. Figure # (Cain, 2013, November 1) is about the comparison on the cost and insurance premium between smokers and non-smoker in Australia. This infographic demonstrates the plenty of data on the life insurance, which is a consideration when hire a employee, and it gives a relevant evidence to prove the point that Morrison states in the text.
  • 27. What might this visual explain? German Speaking Population in Europe. (2014). OneEurope. Retrieved 15 April 2016, from http://one-europe.info/eurographics/german-speaking-population-in- europe Fishman (1999) uses the terms global, regional, and local languages. He suggests that trades and market communications will increase using regional languages. Figure # shows that German can be a regional language of Europe because people in neighbour countries might use it on communications more and more for business and trade.
  • 28. What might this visual explain? Spichtinger (2002, p. 94- 95) argues that English as a medium of instruction programs make impact on students in universities, like Vienna. As a result, he argues that more English programs must be created. The courses can help students understand lectures and reading. In this Figure #, it demonstrates a dramatic increase, which is about Spichtingers point. Neghina, C. (2016). English-Taught Masters Programmes in Europe. Study Portals. Retrieved 15 April 2016, from http://www.studyportals.com/intelligence/english-taught-masters-programs-in- europe/
  • 29. What might this visual explain? Figure # symbolizes the result of interracial couple in the future. Their skin tone, their eye color as well as their lip shape all suggest a that their born from a complex mixture of multiple distinctive individuals. The picture is very illustrative of how Hune-Brown (2014, p. 63) shows that Torontos society in particular in moving towards a one skin toned society. National Geographic Determined What Americans Will Look Like in 2050, and It's Beautiful. (2014). Mic. Retrieved 15 April 2016, from http://mic.com/articles/87359/national-geographic-determined-what-americans-will- look-like-in-2050-and-it-s-beautiful#.xrRjNyPW6
  • 30. Visualiser Role Academic Reading Circles Amazon $33.95 bit.ly/arc-book Info site arc.fourc.ca
  • 31. Lou thanks you. Tyson Seburn tyson.seburn@utoronto.ca @seburnt / fourc.ca

Editor's Notes

  1. NO: The two flags, though representing Quebec and Canada, do not provide any insight into the text concept of differentiating one religious symbol from another in Quebec.
  2. YES: It illustrates the absurdity of suggesting Quebec cultural emblems are not religious symbols and they will achieve state neutrality by eliminating other symbols but leaving these.
  3. NO: the image doesnt really illustrate anything about public spaces or the property values section in which the image appears.
  4. A google map of Jarvis Street. It can show visually how its situated in the city and help readers see other locations mentioned by the author in comparison. An image of what the bike lanes in question actually looked like. A satirical cartoon that demonstrates the emotion involved in these bike lanes, perhaps commenting on both sides. Obviously, we need to help students learn to search for these things effectively, reference the source of the images, and talk about HOW they help comprehension, not just pretty useless images. Jarvis Street sign is not helpful at all. Picture of bike lanes, but this isnt on Jarvis, or even in Toronto.
  5. Describe this. So lets look at an example text and how a visual would be helpful to clarify meaning. But lets start with an easier, more informal text.
  6. How to write about visuals for the Visualiser role