Infographic: So You've Been Publicly Shamed

As Jon Ronson illustrates in So You've Been Publicly Shamed, Internet "justice"—in the Twitterverse, in particular—can be swift, harsh, and unforgiving. Our lives can be easily be ruined if social media decides we are a villain. But unlike past generations that have utilized shaming as form of punishment, Internet shaming can follow an individual for the rest of their life.

For this assignment, you will create an infographic illustrating the public shaming of a person profiled in Ronson's book. Your goal is to visually tell his or her shaming story. Draw only from So You've Been Publicly Shamed for your central argument.

Infographics are most easily utilized in PowerPoint (or a comparable program). Additionally, if you are experienced in them, you may also use Photoshop or Illustrator.

This assignment will be delivered electronically.

A well-executed infographic will:

• Have a title that articulates the goal of the assignment
• Have a concise thesis as the subheading—important
• Have a concise controlling argument dictating the design
• Visually translate perspectives and facts in a clear and enlightening manner
• Stay within the parameters of public shaming on Twitter

Due:

• Thu 11.14: DRAFT 1; BRING 1 HARD COPY OR AN ELECTRONIC VERSION)
• Thu 11.21: FINAL DRAFT; EMAIL TO DHDELAO@GMAIL.COM BY 5 P.M.)