The Language of Data · Data & Analysis

Representing Ideas with Symbols

Learning how images, icons, and emojis can communicate complex ideas quickly.

Key Questions

  1. 1How can a single picture tell a whole story?
  2. 2Why do we use symbols instead of words in some digital apps?
  3. 3How would you design a symbol that means 'danger' for everyone in the world?

ACARA Content Descriptions

AC9TDE2K02
Year: Year 1
Subject: Technologies
Unit: The Language of Data
Period: Data & Analysis

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