Week 2:
Lecture: 10/2/2025
We started off the class by having a lecture. Mr. Fauzi taught us about the many types of infographics and the L.A.T.C.H theory.
Types of Infographic:
- Lists Infographic
- Statistics Infographic
- How to Infographic
- Timeline Infographic
- Comparison Infographic
- Map or Location Infographic
- Flowchart Infographic
- Process Description Infographic
L.A.T.C.H. Theory: a framework for organizing information into five basic categories: location, alphabet, time, category, and hierarchy.
Tutorial: 12/2/2025
Today's class, we focused on exercise 2. We showed Mr. Fauzi our topics for exercise 2 as well as some research. He guided us as to how we can apply our topics to the L.A.T.C.H. method.
We also got to consult for our FLIP presentation topic and Mr. Fauzi suggested that we choose the topic about ponzi scheme.
Week 3:
Lecture: 17/2/2025
Today's lecture was about the Miller's Law. And here was what I learnt about it:
Miller's Law: a psychological theory that states the average person can hold about seven items in their short-term memory.
We then watched a video to further understand the theory. (Click
here for video)
Video Notes:
- Introduction to Miller's Law
Miller's Law establishes that the average number of discrete items or bits of information that can be held in our working memory is approximately seven, plus or minus two. This theory helps to explain the limitations of human memory and how we can better structure information for easier recall.
- The Magical Number 7The concept of the 'magical number 7' refers to the tendency of people to remember about seven chunks of information.
- Application in ProductivityUnderstanding Miller's Law can enhance productivity by encouraging the organization of information into manageable chunks, which aids memory retention and recall. This principle is applicable in areas such as content creation, data presentation, and collaborative work environments.
- Implications for LearningMiller's research outlines strategies for educators and trainers to present information in a way that aligns with our cognitive limitations. By segmenting information into smaller, digestible units, learners can process and retain more effectively.
My application of the Miller's Law:
Sometimes we use the Miller's law in our daily lives without noticing! Here's how I think I've applied the Miller's Law in my daily life in the past and present before even knowing about the theory.
- One of the times I've used the Miller's Law is when I'm designing for apps or websites for my school assignment. Like limiting menu options, buttons, or categories for better usability and UX.
- Another habit that I do on a daily basis is use a to-do list for task management. Many modules have mini tasks within a project which I cannot remember what is there to do. So I have an app to list down my tasks for each module.
Fig 1.2 My To-do List
- Another thing we do is when we create presentation slides. We create bullet points for information keeping it 5-7 points to avoid overwhelming the audience.
Exercise 2 - L.A.T.C.H. Infographic Poster
INSTRUCTION:1. Organize a group of information into a visual poster that combines and utilizes the LATCH principles (Minimum 4).
2. You are required to use the digital photo editing/illustration software available to assemble the information into a LATCH infographic poster.
3. You are allowed to reuse back the images but you have to create the rest of visuals to complete the poster.
REQUIREMENTS:1. Size resolution: 1240 × 1750 pixels or 2048 × 2048 pixels.
2. Progress and submission link on E-Portfolio.
PROGRESS
Week 2:
This week, I started off with brainstorming on my topic. I was very indecisive and wanted to try out different topics. I wrote them down first in a google docs and presented them to Mr. Fauzi first. At first I didn't have the topic about Pho, so Mr. Fauzi suggested something about the McDonald's topic.
However, I felt that the topic wasn't something I liked. I suddenly thought about Vietnamese Pho which I love so much. So I decided that I should do a topic on that. I consulted with Mr. Fauzi and he even gave some suggestions on how I can use the L.A.T.C.H. method for this poster.
I wrote down the research and information that I would put into my poster.
(Click
here for research of Pho poster, includes of other topics that I eliminated.)
After that I started with the planning of my poster. I found a few visual references first. I tried to find food related ones since mine was about that.
Visual Reference:
Fig 2.1 Visual References
SKETCHES:
ALL ATTEMPTS:
ATTEMPT 1:
For the first attempt I decided to try doing sketch #2 but changed the top part of the design a bit to fit the map of Vietnam.
At first, I chose a water colour like art style for my main image (Fig 2.5). However I struggled to find other images that were the same art style although I really loved the image's style. So I tried AI generating the images. It worked really well and the poster started to come together!
Fig 2.5 Initial main image
While doing the ingredients category part, I decided not to add images as it would overcrowd the poster because the poster already has so many other images. Therefore I just made the main image have the toppings surround the bowl. I also used a Vietnamese pattern and made it red as the pointers leading to each category.
Location (L) - Northern Vietnam
Timeline (T) - "6 hours of goodness" representing time it takes to cook the dish. & made in the early 20th century.
Category (C) - Category of ingredients: Aromatics, Spices, Toppings, Beef Bones, Noodle Soup, Seasoning.
Hierarchy (H) - Steps to cook the dish
Fig 2.5 Attempt 1
ATTEMPT 2:I wanted to try to do Sketch 1's "how to make pho?" layout so I tried to do that. I shifted the placements of some of the components slightly from the sketch. I decided to make the background the map and also tried a different title. For the ingredients part, I also did not put images as the sketch shows because there are a lot of images already for the "how to?" part, so I used a paper note and made it like a grocery list.
Location (L) - Northern Vietnam
Timeline (T) - Made in the early 20th century
Category (C) - Category of ingredients: Aromatics, Spices, Toppings, Beef Bones, Noodle Soup, Seasoning.
Hierarchy (H) - Steps to cook the dish
Fig 2.6 Attempt 2
Final Attempt:
I asked a few of my friends for opinions regarding my posters, and a few of them including myself liked the second attempt better. I decided to work on that and refine the poster. I added stars to the "Enjoy!" text and also dotted lines to the instructions so I could clearly separate each step.
FINAL SUBMISSION
Fig 2.7 FINAL L.A.T.C.H. POSTER
How I applied L.A.T.C.H. To My Poster:
Location (L) - Northern Vietnam + Map
Timeline (T) - Made in the early 20th century
Category (C) - Category of ingredients: Aromatics, Spices, Toppings, Beef Bones, Noodle Soup, Seasoning.
Hierarchy (H) - Steps to cook Vietnamese Pho
Credits:
Fonts:
Images:
WEEK 2 - 12/2/2025
McDonald's Topic:
- McDonald's topic seems good, but maybe could be better if you focused on one item.
- Or else can do a comparison with another fast food chain (e.g. burger king)
Pho Topic:
- The ingredients can change to category instead of alphabet since your ingredients are already in categories.
- The "T" in the timeline doesn't have to be an actual timeline, can be just the year, date, or even how long it takes to do something.
- The hierarchy can be the steps on how to make Pho.
REFLECTION
As I started designing the poster, I initially struggled with the visual style. I really liked the watercolor aesthetic for my main image, but it was difficult to find other matching images. I tried using AI-generated images, which worked well and helped bring my design together. Throughout the process, I experimented with different layouts and designs, refining them based on feedback from my friends. In the end, I was happy with my final design, especially how I structured the information using the L.A.T.C.H. framework.
Observation
During this exercise, I realized how important it is to choose a topic that I’m genuinely interested in. When I was working on McDonald’s, I felt uninspired, but once I switched to Pho, I was much more engaged. I also noticed that applying the L.A.T.C.H. method helped me organize my information in a way that made sense visually and conceptually.
Another thing I observed was how small design choices, like whether to include images for ingredients, can make a big impact on the overall composition. Removing unnecessary elements helped keep my poster from looking too cluttered. Feedback from my peers also played a crucial role, as their opinions helped me decide which layout worked best.
Findings
Through this exercise, I learned that structuring information effectively is just as important as having a good visual design. The L.A.T.C.H. method helped me break down my topic into clear sections, making it easier to understand. I also discovered that trial and error is a natural part of the creative process.
Additionally, I found that seeking feedback is valuable. My friends’ perspectives helped me refine my final poster, showing me which elements worked well and which needed improvement. In the future, I will continue using structured frameworks like L.A.T.C.H. to organize information and make my designs more effective.
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