Graph Design For The Eye And Mind

Author : Stephen M. Kosslyn
Publisher : Oxford University Press
ISBN 13 : 0199775001
Total Pages : 303 pages
Book Rating : 4.02/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Graph Design for the Eye and Mind written by Stephen M. Kosslyn and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2006-08-10 with total page 303 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Graphs have become a fixture of everyday life, used in scientific and business publications, in magazines and newspapers, on television, on billboards, and even on cereal boxes. Nonetheless, surprisingly few graphs communicate effectively, and most graphs fail because they do not take into account the goals, needs, and abilities of the viewers. In raph Design for Eye and Mind, Stephen Kosslyn addresses these problems by presenting eight psychological principles for constructing effective graphs. Each principle is solidly rooted both in the scientific literature on how we perceive and comprehend graphs and in general facts about how our eyes and brains process visual information. Graph Design for Eye and Mind is an invaluable reference for anyone who uses visual displays to convey information in the sciences, humanities, and businesses such as finance, marketing, and advertising.

Author : Stephen Michael Kosslyn
Publisher : OUP USA
ISBN 13 : 9780195311846
Total Pages : 310 pages
Book Rating : 4.41/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Graph Design for the Eye and Mind written by Stephen Michael Kosslyn and published by OUP USA. This book was released on 2006-08-10 with total page 310 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Graphs have become a fixture of everyday life, used in scientific and business publications, in magazines and newspapers, on television, on billboards, and even on cereal boxes. Nonetheless, surprisingly few graphs communicate effectively, and most graphs fail because they do not take into account the goals, needs, and abilities of the viewers. In raph Design for Eye and Mind, Stephen Kosslyn addresses these problems by presenting eight psychological principles for constructing effective graphs. Each principle is solidly rooted both in the scientific literature on how we perceive and comprehend graphs and in general facts about how our eyes and brains process visual information. Kosslyn then uses these eight psychological principles as the basis for hundreds of specific recommendations that serve as a concrete, step-by-step guide to deciding whether a graph is an appropriate display to use, choosing the correct type of graph for a specific type of data and message, and then constructing graphs that will be understood at a glance. Kosslyn also includes a complete review of the scientific literature on graph perception and comprehension, and appendices that provide a quick tutorial on basic statistics and a checklist for evaluating computer-graphics programs. Graph Design for Eye and Mind is an invaluable reference for anyone who uses visual displays to convey information in the sciences, humanities, and businesses such as finance, marketing, and advertising.

Author : Stephen Michael Kosslyn
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN 13 : 9781441682475
Total Pages : 303 pages
Book Rating : 4.73/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Graph Design for the Eye and Mind written by Stephen Michael Kosslyn and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2014-05-14 with total page 303 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book addresses the problems that arise when we attempt to convey information with visual displays such as graphs by presenting eight psychological principles for constructing effective graphs. These principles are solidly rooted in the scientific literature on how we perceive and comprehend graphs, and also in general facts about how our eyes and brains process visual information.

Author : Daniel B. Carr
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1420075748
Total Pages : 180 pages
Book Rating : 4.48/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Visualizing Data Patterns with Micromaps written by Daniel B. Carr and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2010-04-29 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After more than 15 years of development drawing on research in cognitive psychology, statistical graphics, computer science, and cartography, micromap designs are becoming part of mainstream statistical visualizations. Bringing together the research of two leaders in this field, Visualizing Data Patterns with Micromaps presents the many design vari

Author : Ruth C. Clark
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 0470880929
Total Pages : 438 pages
Book Rating : 4.20/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Graphics for Learning written by Ruth C. Clark and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-10-12 with total page 438 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you getting the most learning value from visuals? Thoroughly revised and updated, Graphics for Learning is the second edition of the bestselling book that summarizes the guidelines for the best use of graphics for instructional materials, including multimedia, texts, working aids, and slides. The guidelines are based on the most current empirical scientific research and are illustrated with a wealth of examples from diverse training materials. The authors show how to plan illustrations for various types of content, including facts, concepts, processes, procedures, and principles. The book also discusses technical and environmental factors that will influence how instructional professionals can apply the guidelines to their training projects. Praise for the First Edition "For years I've been looking for a book that links cognitive research on learning to graphics and instructional design. Here it is! Ruth Clark and Chopeta Lyons not only explain how to make graphics work—they've created a very interesting read, full of useful guidelines and examples." —Lynn Kearny, CPT, instructional designer and graphic communicator, Graphic Tools for Thinking and Learning "Finally! A book that integrates visual design into the larger context of instructional design and development." —Linda Lohr, Ed.D., author, Creating Graphics for Learning and assistant professor, University of Northern Colorado

Author : Mark Smiciklas
Publisher : Que Publishing
ISBN 13 : 0789749491
Total Pages : 219 pages
Book Rating : 4.99/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Power of Infographics written by Mark Smiciklas and published by Que Publishing. This book was released on 2012 with total page 219 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Infographics are today's most powerful way to tell your story, make your point, deliver instant knowledge, & get results. This book is the tool you need to create the best infographics for your needs.

Author : Stephen M. Kosslyn
Publisher : Oxford University Press
ISBN 13 : 0199886458
Total Pages : 240 pages
Book Rating : 4.56/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Clear and to the Point written by Stephen M. Kosslyn and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2007-08-13 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: True or False? Most PowerPoint presentations are: ·compelling ·illuminating ·informative ·clear and to the point Answer: False Make a change following the principles of Stephen Kosslyn: ·a world authority on the visual brain ·a clear and engaging writer Making PowerPoint presentations that are clear, compelling, memorable, and even enjoyable is not an obscure art. In this book, Stephen Kosslyn, a renowned cognitive neuroscientist, presents eight simple principles for constructing a presentation that takes advantage of the information modern science has discovered about perception, memory, and cognition. Using hundreds of images and sample slides, he shows the common mistakes many people make and the simple ways to fix them. For example, never use underlining to emphasize a word--the line will cut off the bottom of letters that have descending lines (such as p and g), which interferes with the brain's ability to recognize text. Other tips include why you should state your conclusion at the beginning of a presentation, when to use a line graph versus a bar graph, and how to use color correctly. By following Kosslyn's principles, anyone will be able to produce a presentation that works!

Author : Phil Jones
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
ISBN 13 : 1040033326
Total Pages : 307 pages
Book Rating : 4.26/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Towards a Cognitivist Understanding of Communication Design written by Phil Jones and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2024-06-12 with total page 307 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book demonstrates the relevance and importance of cognitive linguistics when applied to the analysis and practice of graphic design/communication design. Phil Jones brings together a diverse range of theory and organizes it in accordance with different stages in the design process. Using examples from contemporary communication design, as well as more familiar selections from the graphic design canon as case studies, this book provides an account of how meanings are made by users, and suggests new strategies for design practice. It seeks convergences between the ways that graphic/communication designers think and talk about their practice and the theories emerging from cognitive science. This book will be of interest to scholars working in design, graphic design, the philosophy of art and aesthetics, communication studies, and media and film studies.

Author : Stephen Michael Kosslyn
Publisher : W H Freeman & Company
ISBN 13 : 9780716722632
Total Pages : 309 pages
Book Rating : 4.31/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Elements of Graph Design written by Stephen Michael Kosslyn and published by W H Freeman & Company. This book was released on 1994 with total page 309 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'Element of Graph Design' explores the crucial connection between the data, the design, and the audience. Read cover to cover or used as a day-to-day working reference, the book gives all those who prepare, use, and interpret graphic information a decided edge.

Author : Garr Reynolds
Publisher : Peachpit Press
ISBN 13 : 0321669169
Total Pages : 266 pages
Book Rating : 4.62/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Presentation Zen Design written by Garr Reynolds and published by Peachpit Press. This book was released on 2009-12-18 with total page 266 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In his internationally acclaimed, best-selling book Presentation Zen: Simple Ideas on Presentation Design and Delivery, presentation master Garr Reynolds gave readers the framework for planning, putting together, and delivering successful presentations. Now, he takes us further into the design realm and shows how we can apply time-honored design principles to presentation layouts. Throughout Presentation Zen Design, Garr shares his lessons on designing effective presentations that contain text, graphs, color, images, and video. After establishing guidelines for each of the various elements, he explains how to achieve an overall harmony and balance using the tenets of Zen simplicity. Not only will you discover how to design your slides for more professional-looking presentations, you’ll learn to communicate more clearly and will accomplish the goal of making a stronger, more lasting connection with your audience.