This week we looked at graphics and image editing in class. Images can be separated into three categories: instructive, seductive, and decorative images.
A decorative image is usually connected to the topic but does not provide any instructional information. For example, when studying, a picture of a cartoon brain with no information would be for decorative purposes only.
A seductive image is usually very interesting but the information is not directly related to the instructional goal and may distract viewers.
An instructive image includes information that is directly relevant to the instructional goal.
With the evolution of AI software, educators are now able to create personalized images for course content.
For my blog header image, I used Microsoft Designer to generate an image of a baseball field. I chose to use a decorative image with no information since the image is only on my home page. Here is a link to Microsoft Designer if you want to try it out yourself.
https://designer.microsoft.com/
Microsoft Designer is extremely useful for educators who are looking for a specific image that they could spend way too long looking for while they scroll through public images. Instead, educators can now create their own personalized image that fits perfectly into their content.