There are countless ways to display data. With each style of chart, your eye is drawn to a different area first, which can alter the message that viewers take away from the data!
Designers use digital technology to display large amounts of data – like the ones in these charts, and quickly adapt them to communicate a new story. That’s the power of technology!
LET’S REFLECT…
- What was your favourite type of chart to view this data? Describe why it is your favourite.
- What other ways could you visualize this data?
- How might the type of chart, styling, or included information alter your understanding of the data?