The Significance of Infographics in Language Learning: Enhancing Comprehension, Retention, and Communication in the Context of Philology and Esp
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: The article reveals the significance of infographics as a means of visualizing information, enabling rapid insight and comprehension through the human visual system.The adoption of infographics in education is highlighted, particularly for their ability to make complex concepts accessible and comprehensible for learners.Infographics are shown to stimulate cognitive processes, aid in knowledge acquisition, and promote critical thinking skills.The article further emphasizes the relevance of infographics in language learning, specifically for philologists and ESP students.It showcases how infographics assist in understanding language structures, historical developments, and domain-specific vocabulary, while enhancing memory retention and comprehension.Infographics are praised for fostering independent learning and serving as a tool for effective communication in language acquisition.The study aims to provide a theoretical foundation for understanding the significance of infographics in language learning by exploring existing literature and research.It sheds light on the benefits and effectiveness of infographics in enhancing comprehension, retention, and communication of language-related information.The study also emphasizes the relevance of infographics in catering to diverse learning styles and needs, specifically for philologists and ESP students.The article introduces the differentiation between "concrete" and "visual" in the field of education and cognitive science.The article also discusses the cognitive-activity approach in acquiring a professionally-oriented foreign language, emphasizing the development of social cognition processes, analytical thinking, and critical thinking skills.It highlights the role of infographics in transforming textual meaning into verbal form and the influence of students' professional knowledge and individual characteristics on text interpretation.
Authors: Olga NIKOLAIENKO, Tetiana USHATA
Institution: Chernihiv Polytechnic National University
Language: English
Subfield: Experimental and Cognitive Psychology
Field: Psychology
Domain: Social Sciences
SDG: Quality education
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W4403798326