Education Infographics

Most students would prefer to eat broccoli rather than do math problems. With jobs in STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) fields growing faster than other fields, students are needed who are not only proficient at math, but genuinely interested in math and problem-solving. Traditional teaching methods are not enough; less than half of American students are proficient in math.

The transition from high school to college is one of the most anticipated changes for students. The current generation is extremely tech-savvy and their lives revolve around their gadgets. Research states that today’s teen spends over 8 hours on their smartphones every day and 51% of students use their smart device before they even get out of bed. And this trend is not slowing down. This infographic looks at why students prefer mobile-centric universities.

This infographic has been created to help grad students decide whether they should study at a US or a UK Grad School. As well as comparing the cost or each country, the infographic also compares the professional exposure, education and niche degrees available in both countries – supported by wise words from grad school students.

The team at gamedesigning.org has reviewed and ranked the very best college programs for those hoping to become a video game designer. Using criteria like graduation and employment rates, professor scores, average starting salary, and tuition costs, they were able to select the top schools worth enrolling in.

Take a look and see how people celebrate graduations around the world in this handy infographic, created by the folks at Shutterfly.

Technology’s role in the classroom has drastically increased in recent years – with technology funding jumping from around $800 million in the early 2000s to nearly $12 billion in 2015. With wireless connectivity, tablets, and video conferencing, classrooms are beginning to look less like rooms in a school building and more like the bridge of the Enterprise every day. The following infographic takes a evolutionary look at tech in the classroom.

Technology has taken over every aspect of our daily lives, and this technological takeover has also occurred in our schools. The traditional school library has been replaced, slowly but surely, by Learning Resource Centres, and it is important they continue to do so. This infographic highlights the importance of LRCs and why they are key to the personal development of students in our schools and colleges.

There was a time in the not-too-distant past when young people completed high school, moved swiftly into a job or trade apprenticeship, started a family, or – entered a four-year traditional university to work toward their college degree. Enter the modern age, where higher education has received a much needed facelift. This infographic shows just how prevalent the benefits of an online education are.

A survey of 2,000 undergraduate students found the causes of their exam stress and anxiety and the most effective solutions. This infographic shows those findings.