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How to become a computer programmer [infographic]
Posted by staff / November 4, 2013We’ve all heard that knowing the ins and outs of programming is part of the path to success today and in the future, so if you’re wondering what the first steps down this road are, check out this infographic from Schools.com. Via Schools.com. Like infographics? So do we.
Read MoreUp in smoke: A timeline of marijuana use in the U.S. [infographic]
Posted by staff / October 31, 2013From Reefer Madness to legalization, the debate around marijuana use has changed considerably since the days of free love and Woodstock. The history of marijuana use is longer than you might think, though, as this infographic from Online Paralegal Degree shows, though the landscape of its use has changed considerably. Is its bad rep going up …
Read MoreYou’ve died. Now what. How different religions deal with their dead [infographic)
Posted by staff / October 28, 2013From Zoastrianism to Inuit Spiritualism to Catholicism to Voodooism, here’s a link to the infographic excerpted above (the entire infographic would not fit in the space allotted me), which details some processes that various religions have to process their dead. The link is here: National Post. This infographic forms part of a larger section all …
Read MoreBreakfasts from around the world [infographic]
Posted by staff / October 25, 2013There are many health benefits associated with eating breakfast. One study reports that people who regularly eat breakfast have been shown to eat twelve percent healthier throughout the rest of their day. Another study claims that eating breakfast everyday can make you thirty-four percent less likely to develop type 2 diabetes. The food one decides …
Read MoreSummary of 2013’s cruise industry [infographic]
Posted by staff / October 22, 2013Despite accidents and incidents, the cruise industry is sailing ahead strongly. Space is at a premium for the next few months. Cruise Industry News has produced this infographic that shows just how much the industry is growing. You can check the infographic out, as well as all the industry news, here: Cruise Industry News. More …
Read MoreBenefits of reading [infographic]
Posted by staff / October 17, 2013This infographic was put together by CBC Books. For the original, and links to the article, see here: National Reading Campaign. Love books? See more stories about literature. Photo credit: CBC/Books
Read MoreThe whole wine world in one diagram [zoomable infographic]
Posted by staff / October 15, 2013Like wine? I do, but I sure don’t know as much about it as I should. Isn’t this a great illustration of all the wine types? Wendy MacNaughton sure has done a great job. For a zoomable infographic showing the full spectrum, see here: Brain Pickings. More stories about wine. Photo credit: Wendy MacNaughton
Read MoreWhy music? The many benefits of a musical education [infographic]
Posted by staff / October 9, 2013Even the most casual advocates of music education can tell you that music has a positive impact on math skills, but the benefits for reading and ‘rithmetic go far beyond a study or two as this infographic from the University of Florida demonstrates. And if it’s the hours of practice you’re dreading along the way, …
Read MoreDiagnosing the cause of medical debt in the U.S. [infographic]
Posted by staff / October 5, 2013Since we as a country are still in the midst of a debate on Obamacare, the time couldn’t be better for this infographic from National Debt Relief regarding one of the major problems prompting the legislation. The media has covered many a story about bankruptcies blamed on unwieldy medical bills, but this infographic goes beyond …
Read MoreFrom dial-up to light speed…literally: The Internet past and present [infographic]
Posted by staff / October 1, 2013Can’t get enough tech history? Then you’ll love this geektastic timeline of Internet history courtesy of HostGator, which shows just how far we’ve come in an incredibly short amount of time. Via HostGator. Like infographics? So do we.
Read MoreCharacteristics of a good leader (and how to cultivate them) [infographic]
Posted by staff / September 28, 2013Having a strong leader at the helm of an organization can make all the difference in the world to both their employees and customers, so if you’re looking to up your management game, check out this infographic from the University of Norwich to see if you have what it takes. Via University of Norwich. Leadership …
Read MoreHow a car engine works [animated infographic]
Posted by staff / September 18, 2013Ever wondered how a car engine works but were too afraid to ask for fear of your car repair bill getting bumped up several hundred bucks? Well, now you can take a peek risk-free thanks to this incredible animated infographic by Jacob O’Neal. Just click the small version above, and the next time you have …
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