Use data visualization to make complex concepts accessible in research communication¶
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Description¶
A strategy in which researchers use data visualization when communicating their work, so that 'complex concepts' become 'accessible' to audiences. The guide treats visualization as one of the graphic-design tools, alongside photographs, images, color, tables, figures, and type, for creating useful publications and digital products.
Design Implications¶
Context¶
Requirements¶
- Basic graphic design elements such as color, tables, figures, and type must be used skillfully in the publication or digital product
Constraints¶
Target Learners¶
- education researchers preparing publications and digital products
Target Learning Goals¶
- making complex research concepts accessible to audiences
Related Strategies¶
Examples¶
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Key Sources¶
- Amy Berridge. (2014). Graphic Design for Researchers. Washington, DC: U.S. Department of Education, Institute of Education Sciences, Regional Educational Laboratory. https://www.mathematica.org/publications/graphic-design-for-researchers
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Use data visualization to make complex concepts accessible in research communication |
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A strategy in which researchers use data visualization when communicating their work, so that 'complex concepts' become 'accessible' to audiences. |
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