Challenge 4 - Visualizing Data

Peruse Tufte's three books on visualization:

• Pick one visualization from Tufte's books that you find particularly interesting.

Prepare a critique of the pair:

• The Tufte images explore some of the best of what is possible with flat static representations.
• What are the representations designed to show and hide?
• What preceeded them? What may likely follow them?
• What do they do well? What do they do poorly?
• How can they be made better with the technology of computation?
• Are there any examples on the Web that will illustrate your critique?

Present your critique in class:

• Capture the images for presentation (digitize them).
• Use PowerPoint or DreamWeaver for your presentation.
• If you need help, contact your instructor, TA and/or CLICC staff.

Turn in your presentation on floppy, ZIP or CD-ROM.