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1986 | OriginalPaper | Chapter

Computer Graphics and Data Presentation, a First Step Toward a Cognitive and Ergonomic Analysis

Author : I. W. Molenaar

Published in: COMPSTAT

Publisher: Physica-Verlag HD

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After a brief review of some major papers on statistical graphs and tables, this paper sketches some general principles for choosing a display form and layout suitable for compact and yet faithful transformation of statistical information. An example is provided. It is argued that cognitive task analysis and controlled experimentation are required for understanding how people read (and sometimes misread) tables and graphs. Both improved software and a better training of students are necessary.

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Title
Computer Graphics and Data Presentation, a First Step Toward a Cognitive and Ergonomic Analysis
Author
I. W. Molenaar
Copyright Year
1986
Publisher
Physica-Verlag HD
Book
COMPSTAT

Print ISBN: 978-3-7908-0355-6

Electronic ISBN: 978-3-642-46890-2

Copyright Year: 1986

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-46890-2_36