This is a REd Best Practice Network (live) session.

Working with Edward Tufte’s theory of data graphics, this class will cover best practices in graphical communication for creating effective data visualizations. Topics to be addressed include the data-ink ratio, accessibility, pre-attentive processing, cognitive load, visual emphasis, and misleading visualizations.

Class Objectives:

By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to

1. Identify graphic design principles related to data visualization practices;
2. Discuss how human perception affects data visualization design;
3. Critique and propose solutions to misleading visualizations;
4. Demonstrate a foundational knowledge of trustworthy, accessible, and elegant data visualization design.

REd Best Practice Networks are 1 hour in length with a 15-minute presentation and a 45-minute discussion that are led by subject matter experts. Participants are expected to come prepared with any questions that they may have and to engage in a conversation with the facilitator and their peers.